PBS Cuts Jobs Due to Federal Funding Loss | JQJO

PBS is cutting 15% of its workforce, affecting 34 staffers, due to the elimination of federal funding for public broadcasting. This follows the loss of a federal grant and cuts to vacant positions, resulting in over 100 job losses at PBS. CEO Paula Kerger cited a 21% revenue hit and stated that all facets of PBS will be impacted. The cuts stem from a Congressional rescission of $1.1 billion in public media funding. Other public media organizations, including NPR, are also experiencing significant budget reductions and potential station closures.