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USA Today
6 days ago
- Politics
- USA Today
PBS sues Trump over funding cuts
PBS sues Trump over funding cuts PBS said Trump ordered funding cut "because of the content of PBS programming and out of a desire to alter the content of speech." Show Caption Hide Caption President Donald Trump signs order to cut PBS and NPR funding President Donald Trump signed an executive order to stop directly funding PBS and NPR. The White House has accused PBS and NPR of using taxpayer dollars to spread "radical, woke propaganda disguised as 'news.'" PBS said Trump's order "smacks of retaliation for... perceived political slights in news coverage." NEW YORK − PBS sued Donald Trump on Friday over the president's order to cut its federal funding, calling it an unprecedented attack that would "upend public television." In a complaint filed in the Washington, D.C. federal court, PBS, short for Public Broadcasting Service, said Trump's May 1 executive order violated the First Amendment of the Constitution by making the president the "arbiter" of its programming content. The order "makes no attempt to hide the fact that it is cutting off the flow of funds to PBS because of the content of PBS programming and out of a desire to alter the content of speech," PBS said. "That is blatant viewpoint discrimination." More: NPR sues Trump administration over order to end federal funding PBS also said the order illegally blocks member stations from using federal funds to access PBS programming and services, and "smacks of retaliation for, among other things, perceived political slights in news coverage." More: Can I still tune in to PBS and NPR? What to know after Trump's order to cut funding Earlier this month, the White House accused PBS and NPR, short for National Public Radio, of receiving tens of millions of taxpayer dollars annually to spread "radical, woke propaganda disguised as 'news.'" PBS and NPR rely partially on government financial support. The order was part of Trump's effort to sanction entities he believes are opposed to his political agenda. More: President Donald Trump signs order to cut funding for 'partisan' PBS and NPR PBS programming has included Sesame Street, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Frontline, and several Ken Burns documentaries including The Civil War.
Reuters
6 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
PBS sues Trump over funding cuts
May 30 (Reuters) - PBS sued Donald Trump on Friday over the U.S. president's order to cut its federal funding, calling it an unprecedented attack that would "upend public television. In a complaint filed in the Washington, D.C. federal court, PBS, short for Public Broadcasting Service, said Trump's May 1 executive order violated the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution by making the president the "arbiter" of its programming content. The order "makes no attempt to hide the fact that it is cutting off the flow of funds to PBS because of the content of PBS programming and out of a desire to alter the content of speech," PBS said. "That is blatant viewpoint discrimination." PBS also said the order illegally blocks member stations from using federal funds to access PBS programming and services, and "smacks of retaliation for, among other things, perceived political slights in news coverage." Earlier this month, the White House accused PBS and NPR, short for National Public Radio, of receiving tens of millions of taxpayer dollars annually to spread "radical, woke propaganda disguised as 'news.'" PBS and NPR rely partially on government financial support. The order was part of Trump's effort to sanction entities he believes are opposed to his political agenda. PBS programming has included Sesame Street, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Frontline, and several Ken Burns documentaries including The Civil War.
Daily Tribune
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
Netflix Strikes Deal to Stream Sesame Street as U.S. Funding for PBS Ends
Sesame Street is set to debut on Netflix later this year following major shifts in U.S. public broadcasting policy. The beloved children's show, a staple of educational programming for over five decades, will stream a new season and 90 hours of past episodes to Netflix's 300 million global subscribers. The move comes in the wake of President Donald Trump's executive order to block federal funding for PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) and NPR (National Public Radio), citing concerns of "biased and partisan news coverage." As a result, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced the termination of a federal initiative that funded children's programs—including Sesame Street. Facing uncertainty after Warner Bros. Discovery, parent company of HBO, declined to renew its deal with the show, Sesame Workshop—the nonprofit behind the series—turned to Netflix to secure its future. Under the new arrangement, PBS will retain same-day broadcast access to episodes that premiere on Netflix, ensuring the program remains free for American households. Netflix called Sesame Street a 'beloved cornerstone of children's media,' emphasizing its role in early childhood learning. The streaming giant has been expanding its children's programming slate, which now accounts for 15% of total viewing time on the platform. In addition to Sesame Street, Netflix also announced upcoming episodes of Peppa Pig and a new mobile game featuring coloring activities and puzzles. Since its debut on November 10, 1969, Sesame Street has educated and entertained generations of children with its iconic Muppets, urban-themed set, and curriculum-based storytelling. Characters like Big Bird, Elmo, and Cookie Monster have not only become household names but have also engaged with social issues—from promoting healthy eating to discussing public policy. The show's educational mission was born from a collaboration between co-founders Lloyd Morrisett and Joan Ganz Cooney, who worked with child development experts and Muppets creator Jim Henson to revolutionize children's television. With this new deal, Sesame Street enters a new era, ensuring its values of learning, inclusion, and joy will continue to reach audiences in the digital age.
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix to stream Sesame Street worldwide after Donald Trump pulls channel funding
Netflix will be adding Sesame Street to its streaming platform around the world after US President Donald Trump pulled funding for the free-to-air channel Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), where the beloved children's show is aired. Netflix has struck a deal with Sesame Street that will see the popular TV show appear worldwide on the streaming platform after US President Donald Trump pulled funding for the free-to-air channel Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The streaming platform described the iconic children's programme as a "beloved cornerstone of children's media, enchanting young minds and nurturing a love of learning". Netflix will offer its 300 million subscribers not only a new season of the show, which has been running since 1969, but also 90 hours of previous episodes. However, Sesame Street will also still be available on PBS. Sesame Street's future was also facing uncertainty after entertainment giant Warner Bros Discovery, which owns the HBO platform, did not renew its deal with the half a century old show. Earlier this month, President Trump made an executive order to block federal funding for PBS and the National Public Radio (NPR) network, claiming they engaged in "biased and partisan news coverage". The government body Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which backed the two broadcasters, has since revealed the termination of a federal initiative, external which funded shows for kids, including Sesame Street, according to the BBC. The new deals means PBS will get access to Sesame Street episodes on the same day they are released on Netflix. In the late 1960s, Sesame Street co-founders Lloyd Morrisett and Joan Ganz Cooney approached Harvard University's Graduate School of Education with a new way of teaching American children. A team led by a developmental psychologist worked with the Sesame founders to analyse childhood psychology and produce entertaining lessons. They worked alongside Muppets creator Jim Henson to create iconic characters such as Big Bird with a set made to look like an urban street. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. After Sesame Street first aired on November 10 1969, millions of kids have grown up with the show's famous theme song Can you tell me how to get, how get to Sesame Street? Over the decades, the beloved show and its characters have established a life beyond the small screen. For example, Elmo stepped into the public policy spotlight in 2002, when he was invited to discuss music education at Congress. During a child obesity epidemic in the States in 2006, Sesame Street aired Health Habits segments that aimed to educate children about diet and exercise. The Cookie Monster branded cookies as a "sometimes food" and taught kids the importance of a balanced diet. Former First Lady Michelle Obama also visited Sesame's studios to film an episode on healthy eating. Netflix is currently increasing its focus on children's content, which accounts for 15% of viewing on its service. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. On Tuesday, it also announced that new episodes of Peppa Pig and a mobile game with puzzles and colouring activities would be coming to the streaming platform. The popular animated show is centred around the adventures of a four-year-old piglet called Peppa who lives with her family in a fictional British town. Peppa's mum welcomed her third baby pig this morning called Evie who was born in Lindo Wing in London - the same hospital where Kate Middleton welcomed her three children.
Irish Independent
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Sligo features in hit US travel show
A new season of an Emmy award-winning travel series called Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi will begin airing to millions of viewers on PBS (Public Broadcasting Service, the public TV network) in the United States and parts of Canada this week. It will also be available to view on the PBS app and website. Mickela Mallozzi is the producer and host of the series, which involves her travelling around the world, finding out more about the cultural and dance traditions of the various destinations she visits. Now in its seventh season, each episode reaches over 2 million viewers. The first episode of the new series aired on May 1st featuring locations along the Wild Atlantic Way – from an oyster experience in Sligo and a fiddle session in Donegal, to The Glens Arts Centre in County Leitrim, where members of the music group Kíla teach Mickela how to play the uilleann pipes. Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland's Head of North America, said: 'Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi is extremely popular with audiences in the United States and in Canada, so Tourism Ireland was delighted to support this latest series, which is sure to inspire many potential US and Canadian holidaymakers to book a trip to Ireland in 2025 and beyond. As a destination, we have so much to offer visitors – from our beautiful scenery and rich music and dance traditions to our world-class visitor experiences.'
