The Voice of America: The Sound of Truth In a powerful tribute, Former Georgian President Giorgi Margvelashvili recalls how his parents listened secretly to the Voice of America during the Soviet era — a rare connection to truth beyond propaganda. He says the Voice of America “helped win two world wars — against fascism and against lies,” and urges America to keep that voice alive in today’s age of disinformation. #SaveVOE #VOEGeorgia #PressFreedom #short

U.S. strikes on alleged drug vessels near Venezuela have escalated tensions. In countries with restricted media, official narratives dominate. @vozdeamerica service brings balanced reporting to millions — without it, citizens lose access to the full story, and the United States loses its voice.

VOA: Defending Freedom, Countering Authoritarianism “Voice of America is our best defense against propaganda and the killing of truth. Silencing VOA would silence democracy itself.” — Allan Lichtman, American University #SaveVOA #PressFreedom #short

Scary Halloween without VOA VOA is silent while misinformation and disinformation thrive. That’s as scary as it can get! But Congress can #savevoa, protect press freedom and empower democracy in the U.S. and abroad. Call your representatives today! #SaveVOA #short

Propaganda isn’t VOA’s job VOA isn’t meant to serve as a “propaganda organ of the U.S. government,” says South Asia regional specialist, Michael Kugelman. He believes the promotion of press freedom and freedom of speech is critical to U.S. interests. Thus, “it would be a mistake only to maintain a few (VOA) language services,” Kugelman adds. #SaveVOA #PressFreedom #short

Protecting America’s Most Vital Export: Democracy and Truth “VOA embodies the free flow of truth that makes democracy possible. Losing it means silencing independent voices in closed societies. We must protect what remains—and rebuild what was.” — William McCarren, Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club #SaveVOA #PressFreedom

On Wednesday, November 12 at 6 p.m. National Press Club members and Press Freedom Center staff will be joined by Jessica Jerreat and Patsy Widakuswara, who will discuss their work with SaveVOA as press freedom advocates. This reception is designed to bring the Club community together and celebrate the vital work of the Press Freedom Center. Don't miss a chance to learn more about how the Press Freedom Center is advancing press freedom initiatives through personal engagement and meaningful intervention - and how Club members can support and amplify that work. Want to join the Press Freedom Team? Sign up here.

A movement emerged among the displaced employees of Voice of America called #SAVEVOA.

October 15 – 18, 2025, Washington, DC

82 Years of Truth: The Legacy and Loss of VOA Serbian Service For generations, the Voice of America Serbian Service stood as a beacon of truth in the Western Balkans—covering the breakup of Yugoslavia, the wars, and the path toward democracy. Journalists call it a “valuable ally” against misinformation. But now, that ally is gone. Silencing VOA means silencing one of America’s most trusted instruments of truth. #SaveVOA #pressfreedom #short

A night of stand-up comedy to raise funds for #saveVOA’s emergency support program for its most at-risk colleagues.

Silencing VOA’s Russian Service gives Moscow’s disinformation a free hand. #SaveVOA #PressFreedom #StopDisinformation #VOARussian #short

🗓️On Sept. 29, Judge Royce Lamberth halted mass layoffs of over 500 Voice of America staff ordered by Kari Lake’s team, saying the move violated an earlier injunction to restore VOA’s minimum lawful function. The judge sharply criticized the defendants for “running out the clock” on the fiscal year and noted their conduct could support a civil contempt trial. ⚖️ Despite the ruling, when the government shut down on Oct. 1, Lake and USAGM furloughed nearly all VOA employees and silenced most broadcasts, an unprecedented step, as VOA has continued programming during past shutdowns. Please call your Congress representatives to #SaveVOA

A feasibility study was underway about restoring the ailing federal building that houses important Ben Shahn frescoes, Philip Guston murals, and other FDR-era artwork. But the Trump administration put a stop to it.

During past shutdowns, the federal news agency continued broadcasting to authoritarian countries, as it was considered essential to national security.

A federal judge has agreed to temporarily suspend the Trump administration’s plan to eliminate hundreds of jobs at the agency that oversees Voice of America. U.S.