Judge rules Kari Lake unlawfully ran US media agency, voiding mass layoffs

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Michael SainatoMarch 8, 2026 at 02:35 PM

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A federal judge ruled that Kari Lake unlawfully led the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM) for several months in 2025, voiding mass layoffs and other actions she took. Lake was appointed to oversee the agency, which includes Voice of America and Radio Free Europe, by the Trump administration but was never Senate-confirmed. The judge's ruling stated that Lake's appointment violated both the Appointments Clause and the Vacancies Act. The plaintiffs, Voice of America employees, expressed feeling vindicated by the ruling. Lake has stated she will appeal the decision, criticizing the judge.

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Jessica Jerreat 40% Alina Habba 40% Kate Neeper 40% Patsy Widakuswara 40% Donald Trump 50% United States 60% Radio Free Asia 60% Radio Free Europe 60% Voice of America (VOA) ×270% Royce C Lamberth ×375% US Agency for Global Media (USAGM) ×385% Kari Lake ×790%

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