Episode
After Hours: Tug of War: Trump Wants to Shut Down a Federal Media Agency
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- Full Measure After Hours
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- Mar 26, 2026
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- 1639
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Summary
The US Agency for Global Media has been the subject of a tug of war since President Trump named Kari Lake to lead it and ultimately shut it down. A judge recently ruled that mass layoffs and other actions to dismantle the agency are void, because Lake’s initial appointment didn’t follow Senate confirmation requirements. Find out from Kari Lake why the agency is in Trump’s crosshairs. Order Sharyl’s new bestselling book: “Follow the $cience.” Subscribe to my two podcasts: “The Sharyl Attkisson Podcast” and “Full Measure After Hours.” Leave a review, subscribe and share with your friends! Support independent journalism by visiting the new Sharyl Attkisson store.