July 18, 2025: Congress approves Trump’s cuts to NPR and PBS and field grows in race to replace Sen. Durbin

NPR - The House has approved a Trump administration plan to rescind $9 billion in previously allocated funds, including $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) — a move that cuts all federal support for NPR, PBS and their member stations — and about $7 billion in foreign aid.

Here in Illinois, Susana Mendoza announced won't run again as State Comptroller. And the crowded field of Democratic candidates for open US House and Senate seats continues to grow.

Guests:
 
Linda Kenyon
Illinois Public Media Washington Reporter
 

Jeremy Gorner
Reporter, Chicago Tribune