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House Targets Foreign Aid & Public Media: A Faith-Based Review of Budget Priorities

 

 

TL:DR

The House of Representatives has passed a bill to cut $9.4 billion from foreign aid and public broadcasting. Jesus would likely advocate for continued aid to the vulnerable and for the responsible dissemination of information, reminding us that true treasure lies in compassionate action.

 

What's Happening

The House of Representatives has passed a bill proposing $9.4 billion in spending cuts, largely targeting foreign aid, public broadcasting (NPR and PBS), and other federal programs. This move, championed by House Republicans and aligning with President Donald Trump's budget proposals, aims to reduce what they deem "woke" foreign aid and defund organizations like NPR and PBS. The bill, which faces an uphill battle in the Senate, seeks to claw back previously allocated funds and codify these cuts, impacting various sectors including global health initiatives, food aid, and international development programs. Proponents argue these cuts are necessary for fiscal responsibility and to prioritize domestic needs, while critics express concern about the potential negative consequences for international diplomacy, humanitarian efforts, and access to public information.

 

Cited

• https://www.rawstory.com/doge-cuts-2672360292/
• https://apnews.com/article/trump-budget-cuts-npr-pbs-global-health-2844a884091dce5255a3f4ad70f3a1c6
• https://localnews8.com/politics/cnn-us-politics/2025/06/12/house-gop-advances-9-4-billion-in-doge-cuts-to-foreign-aid-public-radio/
• https://nypost.com/2025/06/12/us-news/house-passes-bill-to-claw-back-9-4b-codify-cuts-to-pbs-and-npr/
• https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trumps-plan-slash-woke-foreign-aid-npr-funds-clears-house-senate-battle-looms
• https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/06/breaking-house-passes-doge-cuts-npr-pbs-usaid.

 

What Would Jesus Do? (maybe)*

In considering these proposed budget cuts, particularly those affecting foreign aid and public broadcasting, Jesus would likely emphasize the importance of compassion, stewardship, and the dissemination of truth. His teachings consistently highlight the need to care for the poor and vulnerable, both within and beyond one's own borders. As Matthew 25:40 states, "Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me." This would suggest a concern for the impact of reduced foreign aid on those suffering from poverty, hunger, and disease globally. Furthermore, while the specific mechanisms of modern media did not exist in Jesus's time, the principle of sharing knowledge and information aligns with his ministry of teaching and proclaiming the good news. He might caution against decisions that could diminish access to educational resources or limit diverse perspectives, urging instead a focus on wise and compassionate allocation of resources for the betterment of all. "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Matthew 6:21), implying that how a society chooses to spend its resources reflects its true values.

 

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