UNDERSTANDING THE CONSERVATIVE PROMISE: MANDATE FOR LEADERSHIP
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Chapter 8:
COMMON DEFENSE
MEDIA AGENCIES
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Mission Critique of Media Agency
The USAGM claims to support freedom and democracy globally, but the report argues its actual work fails to uphold that mission.
It allegedly fails to present the truth about America and instead echoes adversaries' propaganda.
Overview & Structure
Formed as the Broadcasting Board of Governors in 1994; renamed USAGM in 2018.Sub-cabinet agency with a budget of nearly $1 billion.Oversees two government networks and five major grantees:Voice of America (VOA)Office of Cuba Broadcasting (OCB)Middle East Broadcasting Network (MBN)Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL)Radio Free Asia (RFA)Open Technology Fund (OTF)
Key Critiques by Outlet
Voice of America (VOA)
Broadcasts in 48 languages, reaching 326+ million people.
Accused of biased, politically charged content and mismanagement.
Once prestigious, now seen as diluted and off-mission.
Office of Cuba Broadcasting (OCB)
Provides anti-regime content via Radio & TV Martí.
Faces budget cuts and internal hostility.
Viewed as a crucial outlet for Cubans despite operational threats.
Middle East Broadcasting Network (MBN)
Reaches 27.4 million across 22 countries.
Provides regional news, U.S. policy coverage, and cultural content.
Criticized for vague performance outcomes.
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL)
Historically important Cold War-era broadcaster.
Now seen as redundant with VOA, misaligned in messaging, and vulnerable to espionage.
Criticized for overreach (e.g., targeting Hungary).
Radio Free Asia (RFA)
Broadcasts in countries with heavy censorship.
OIG found waste, favoritism, and procurement violations.
Leadership gave millions to self-founded orgs and associates.
Open Technology Fund (OTF)
Supposed to fund anti-censorship tech.
Created by repurposing Office of Internet Freedom (OIF) without proper justification.
Accused of poor transparency, wasteful spending, and misleading user metrics.
Trump-era leadership tried to suspend its funding due to alleged fraud.
Overall Themes
Mismanagement, politicization, mission drift, redundancy, and security risks are recurring issues.
Calls for reforms to align USAGM with its original mission: promoting truth, transparency, and American values abroad.
Chapter 8: COMMON DEFENSE
MEDIA AGENCIES
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AUTHOR: MORE NAMDAR AND MIKE GONZALEZ
AUTHOR BACKGROUND CHECK:
More Namdar
Mora Namdar is an American attorney and policy expert with a career spanning roles in diplomacy, media oversight, and conservative policymaking. She served as Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs during the Trump administration and held the position of Vice President of Legal, Compliance, and Risk at the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), where she was closely associated with then-CEO Michael Pack. Namdar's tenure at USAGM was marked by controversy, including a federal investigation that cited abuses of authority and gross mismanagement under Pack's leadership, with Namdar mentioned extensively in the findings. In Project 2025's "Mandate for Leadership," Namdar authored the chapter on media agencies, advocating for the elimination of the journalistic "firewall" at USAGM, which she argues has been misused to promote anti-American propaganda and evade legitimate oversight. Her proposals call for increased political control over U.S. government-funded media outlets to ensure they align with American values and effectively counter adversarial narratives. Namdar's contributions to Project 2025 reflect her alignment with conservative views on media reform and national security.
Mike Gonzalez
Mike Gonzalez is a senior fellow at The Heritage Foundation, where he holds the Angeles T. Arredondo E Pluribus Unum Fellowship. Before joining Heritage in 2009, Gonzalez spent nearly two decades as a journalist, including 15 years reporting from Europe, Asia, and Latin America. He later served in the George W. Bush administration as a speechwriter for the Securities and Exchange Commission and the State Department's European Bureau.
Gonzalez contributed to Project 2025 by authoring the chapter on media agencies in the "Mandate for Leadership" policy guide. In this chapter, he advocates for defunding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), arguing that taxpayer-funded media outlets like NPR and PBS have strayed from their original mission and now promote progressive ideologies. citeturn0search10 Gonzalez's political views emphasize a return to traditional American values and a reduction in government influence over media and culture.
His work reflects a broader conservative agenda aimed at restructuring federal agencies to align with these principles. Gonzalez's extensive experience in journalism and government service informs his perspective on media reform and his contributions to Project 2025.
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U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM)
Strategic Role & Challenges:
Importance of Shortwave Radio: During conflict, internet infrastructure is vulnerable (e.g., Ukraine), making USAGM’s shortwave capabilities vital for reaching oppressed or disconnected populations.
Shortwave is also crucial for bypassing censorship in authoritarian regimes.
Organizational Issues:
Personnel Mismanagement: Allegations of nepotism, poor hiring practices, and lack of national security vetting plague the agency.
Lack of Oversight: USAGM operates largely independently with minimal coordination with the White House, NSC, or State Department.
Firewall Abuse: VOA’s editorial firewall, designed to prevent political interference, is allegedly used to block oversight instead.
Partisan Messaging: USAGM has promoted content, including Biden campaign ads, allegedly targeting domestic audiences—violating the Smith–Mundt Act.
Recommended Reforms:
Reintegrate USAGM under the NSC or State Department for better accountability and alignment with U.S. foreign policy.
Congressional oversight and budget reform are needed to reduce waste and ensure mission integrity.
If reforms fail, consider defunding or dismantling the agency.
Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB)
Conservative Criticism:
Perceived Liberal Bias: PBS and NPR are described as overwhelmingly liberal, unrepresentative of conservative viewpoints.
Misuse of Public Funds: CPB is portrayed as forcing conservatives to fund content that opposes their beliefs.
Defunding Strategy:
Budgetary Tactic: Future conservative administrations are urged to cut CPB funding through the budget process and resist bipartisan pushback.
Advance Appropriations Loophole: CPB’s ability to receive funds two years in advance shields it from congressional oversight—this should be ended.
Impact of Defunding:
CPB Can Survive: NPR and PBS have alternative revenue sources (memberships, sponsors, corporate and foundation support).Programs like “Sesame Street” already thrive on platforms like HBO, showing commercial viability.
Regulatory Recommendations:
Strip NCE (Noncommercial Educational) Status: CPB-funded stations should lose their preferential treatment (e.g., reserved frequencies, license fee exemptions) since they are no longer strictly educational or noncommercial.
Summary of USAGM Criticisms and Reform Proposals
Biden Administration Actions:
Reinstated the Open Technology Fund (OTF) and stopped investigations upon taking office.
Rehired individuals dismissed for major security breaches, reverting USAGM to a risky state.
Trump-Era Reforms:
Under Michael Pack’s leadership (confirmed late in Trump’s term), began reforms long urged by OPM and ODNI.
evoked the “Firewall Regulation,” which restricted management oversight, citing national security and legal concerns.
Firewall Controversy:
The firewall, meant to protect journalistic independence, was misused to block oversight and accountability.
Some VOA journalists produced anti-Trump content shielded by this policy, despite conflicting with agency standards.
Agency Mismanagement:
USAGM is criticized as disorganized, politically biased, and ineffective in fulfilling its mission.
High-level talent leaves due to poor leadership; modernization opportunities are ignored.
Amanda Bennett, current CEO, faced criticism for past operational and security failures during her VOA tenure.
Security Concerns:
From 2010–2020, multiple federal investigations uncovered major security lapses, including:1,500+ employees in sensitive roles had improper or falsified background checks.
Some moved to other agencies or disappeared into U.S. society undetected.
Trump Administration shifted security authority to DoD and OPM.
Journalist Safety:
Journalists faced danger, but senior staff resisted protective measures.
Political appointees pushed for remote broadcasting and location reporting for safety, often against internal resistance.
Waste and Redundancy:
USAGM’s budget surpassed $800M with minimal oversight.
Redundant services in Mandarin and Farsi exist between VOA, RFA, and RFE/RL.
Calls to consolidate services and restore fiscal accountability.
Open Technology Fund (OTF):
Accused of duplicating existing programs (like Office of Internet Freedom).
Described as opaque, wasteful, and lacking accountability.
J-1 Visa Abuse:
J-1 cultural exchange visas used improperly for journalism jobs, often leading to permanent residency.
Technology Strategy:
Emphasis on web technologies has reduced investment in shortwave radio.
Critics argue this weakens U.S. global communication capabilities in wartime or cyberattack scenarios.
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