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President-elect Donald Trump has announced that he wants Kari Lake to be the next director of the Voice of America, a federal network under the U.S. Agency for Global Media. Lake, a Trump ally, would be nominated and announced by the next head of the agency. Trump praised Lake for ensuring American values of freedom and liberty are broadcast globally without bias. The VOA’s mission, however, is to provide comprehensive news coverage and tell the truth without political interference. Lake, a former news anchor, has been involved in unsuccessful political campaigns in Arizona and has been a vocal supporter of Trump, criticizing the media as “fake news.”
Despite her controversies and embrace of debunked election denialism, Trump’s decision to appoint Lake has sparked concerns about the VOA’s independence and credibility. The VOA has a wide international reach and plays a significant role in broadcasting news and information around the world. Trump’s previous appointment of Michael Pack was criticized for undermining the agency’s independence. Along with his announcement about Lake, Trump also revealed his intentions to appoint other key figures to diplomatic positions. Lake’s appointment and Trump’s overall influence on the VOA raise questions about the future of the agency and its commitment to unbiased journalism.
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