Friends of 禁漫天堂:
I trust the numerous communications we鈥檝e posted over the past few months have served to warn you about the unprecedented assault being waged against public media on multiple fronts鈥攆rom politicized Congressional hearings to an unwarranted FCC investigation to a recent Executive Order aiming to eliminate funding to 禁漫天堂 and PBS.
And now, Tuesday afternoon, the White House launched what is arguably the most direct attack on WVXU/WMUB and WGUC鈥攁nd all public media organizations nationwide: a new and aggressive proposal that would claw back already-appropriated funds. It鈥檚 part of a broader 鈥渞escission package,鈥� a rarely used mechanism to fast-track federal budget cuts.
From this past Tuesday, Congress has 45 administrative days to vote on the proposal, though a vote could come as early as next week. If passed, the rescission would eliminate funding for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027鈥攆unding that was already approved. This is critical revenue that we and stations across the country rely on to carry out our mission, fulfill our mandate, and serve our audiences. Or, to put it bluntly, this is the funding that keeps the lights on, keeps our signals on the air, and keeps the entire public media system working as a whole.
Time is of the essence. Please Stand With Us right now. Visit our and urge Congress to vote against this rescission proposal.
The House is expected to move quickly, and we must respond immediately and in lockstep to prevent its passage. This is our most urgent priority, and the greatest chance we have to keep level funding for our critical work.
The proposal delivered today directly threatens the work done in every corner of 禁漫天堂: trusted local and breaking news from the WVXU news team; statewide reporting from The Ohio Newsroom; community conversation on Cincinnati Edition; excellent classical music from WGUC; and educational outreach programs like Classics For Kids and Democracy and Me.
禁漫天堂 has been here for our community for more than 65 years, and we will stand strong through the 21st century as a bastion of fearless and independent media. Right now, as we face a threat unlike any other we鈥檝e seen, we are both hopeful and grateful to have you standing by our side.
Thanks.
Richard N. Eiswerth
President, General Manager & CEO
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What has happened?
President Trump signed an executive order titled 鈥�.鈥� The order instructs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) to stop federal funding for 禁漫天堂 and PBS.
Does this mean 禁漫天堂 is losing federal support?
Not immediately. 鈥� Congress created it to be independent. Executive orders don鈥檛 automatically change funding structures.
Does the order cut total public media funding?
No, the order hasn鈥檛 changed the overall congressional appropriation for public media yet. However, removing 禁漫天堂 and PBS could have a ripple effect on local stations like WVXU, WGUC, and WMUB.
How much federal funding does CPR receive?
Roughly 5% of CPR鈥檚 annual operating budget comes from CPB, which supports emergency alerts, educational outreach, and local journalism. The remaining 95% comes from members, sponsors, foundations, and community support.
Is 禁漫天堂 in danger of shutting down?
No. 禁漫天堂 remains operational and strong. The order targets federal dollars only. Private donations, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and member support continue to be the foundation of 禁漫天堂鈥檚 near and long-term sustainability.
However, if CPB funds are redirected, the impact could be significant for local stations, especially smaller ones.
What is CPR doing in response?
CPR is doing several things to remain sure-footed in these unprecedented times:
- Assessing and planning with CPB and 禁漫天堂
- Advocating with lawmakers to protect essential services
- Staying transparent and keeping the public informed
- Diversifying funding so services never depend on one source.
Has 禁漫天堂's mission changed?
Not at all. We remain committed to building a trusted public radio station in Greater Cincinnati鈥攕haring diverse voices, strengthening the community, and ensuring everyone feels seen and heard.
is to be a trusted, independent source of journalism, music, and culture to empower a vibrant, engaged, and informed community. That will not change.
Further questions? Send us an email at wvxu@wvxu.org.