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1. ¿Persecución política dentro del PNP? Departamento de Justicia cita a la anterior secretaria del DRNA. 2. Oficialmente llegó el verano. Llegaron los apagones. 4. Tribunal federal detiene recortes a programa AmeriCorps. Pero esa protección no incluyó a Puerto Rico porque la gobernadora NO se unió a la demanda de otros estado 5. Y en el limbo también los “alivios contributivos’ prometidos por la gobernadora y el PNP 7. Gobierno niega alegación del Negociado de Energía que quitarle el control de los fondos de FEMA a LUMA significaría aumento en la tarifa básica 8. Tribunal Supremo federal valida agenda contra población trans 9. Sigue la tensión por la guerra entre Israel e IránSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EDINBURG, Texas - The director of Hidalgo County's Community Service Agency (CSA) says Rotarians from across South Texas were shocked when he told them the extent of the cuts his agency is facing, should Congress adopt President Trump's budget proposals. Jaime R. Longoria met recently with Rotarians from across the Rio Grande Valley, Laredo, and the Coastal Bend. Specifically, Longoria spoke about cuts to the Low-Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a utility assistance program designed to assist low-income households in meeting their immediate energy needs.  Longoria said that in President Trump's budget, $8 million that comes to Hidalgo County for LIHEAP “would disappear.” He said: “That's $8 million to assist about 8,000 families across Hidalgo County afford utilities.” Longoria continued: “Now, those 8,000 families, I know we like to villainize… I spoke at a meeting of the Rotarians across South Texas, and I mentioned, we like to villainize the vulnerables, that, well, these are people that maybe don't want to work. These are people that are of another country.  “But in reality, about 45 percent of those 8,000 are people over the age of 60. About 30 percent of those families, those individuals that come to us are children under the age of 18. So that's 75 percent of our population that is either elderly or are under the age of 18.  “So, these stereotypes that we have of who we're helping, who CSA is helping, it does not hold a lot of water. I know that the Rotarians were shocked when they heard those numbers. And these are Rotarians from Corpus Christi, Victoria, and Brownsville to Laredo, all of the Rio Grande Valley. They were shocked. “And I said, you know, don't believe the narrative. These are actual people. I can show you the numbers. That $8 million would go away.” Longoria made his comments in a webinar hosted by Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force. The webinar comprised officials from numerous nonprofits who stand to lose funding under the so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill.” Longoria said that while this bill includes cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, his agency had to remain focused on President Trump's “skinny” budget. “What our program is really concerned about is the proposed zeroing out of the Community Services Block Grant, the zeroing out of LIHEAP, which is our utility assistance program, and the zeroing out of our AmeriCorps program.” Longoria said the President's “skinny” budget is different from the “Big, Beautiful Bill.” “All of our programs are zeroed out. So, what does that mean, financially? That's $2 million in CSBG funding. So that is the disaster funding that I talked about in Commissioners Court today, which helped us respond to the flood, which helps us respond to fires, domestic violence on a daily basis, which helped us respond during COVID so quickly, to put people in shelter and buy food for people in shelter. That $2 million would be gone.” Longoria said the CSBG funding has been in place since 1980, and its forerunner has been in place since 1968. “So, that money has been in place for 60 years to help address poverty the way Hidalgo County sees fit.” He said Cameron County would lose a little over a million dollars in CSBG funding, while Starr County would lose about $700,000. Editor's Note: Here is an audio recording of the remarks Longoria made during the Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force webinar.  Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.

Marines being mobilized for L.A. protests as California sues Trump administration; Judge restores AmeriCorps funding in 24 states, but not Montana; New report shows gains and gaps for Indiana kids; and county leader works to change the way Michigan handles trash.

  Welcome back to the Tahoe TAP — your go-to podcast for all Things, Adventure, and People around the Lake Tahoe Basin! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are back in the booth with a fresh episode packed with local news updates and a spotlight into the incredible work of Jenny Hatch, Executive Director of the Sierra Nevada Alliance.   Jenny has been leading conservation work, in collaboration with diverse partners, for over twenty years. Raised in the Sierra, Jenny earned a B.A. in Conservation Biology from the University of Nevada, Reno, in 2001. While in college, Jenny served two terms with AmeriCorps. Her career background includes work in watershed restoration, wildlife and conservation biology, horticulture as a Master Gardener, and initiating the Aquatic Invasive Species prevention projects for Lake Tahoe. Jenny balances her leadership role at the Alliance with mothering three children and many community volunteer commitments. Her hobbies include painting, yoga, playing and seeing live music with her husband, biking, trail running, skiing, traveling, and enjoying anything outdoors.

Marines being mobilized for LA protests as California sues Trump administration; Judge restores AmeriCorps funding in 24 states, but not Montana; New report shows gains and gaps for Indiana kids; County leader working to change the way Michigan handles trash.

City Year New York is a trailblazing, youth-powered organization, now expanding their partnership with SUNY—State University of New York—to prepare more young people to enter an increasingly competitive job market for bachelor's degree holders. Our guest is Executive Director Annie Kessler for details on the expanded partnership, and how they are pivoting following federal budget cuts as an Americorps program. For more, visit www.cityyear.org/new-york/.

President Donald Trump issued a flurry of executive actions this week, from a new travel ban to a renewed attack on President Biden. Could this be a distraction from his unpopular agenda? Additionally, a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration must restore AmeriCorps programs after DOGE slashed nearly $400M in grants. Three Democratic Attorneys General join The Weekend to discuss their recent legal win.

Friday, June 6th, 2025Today, the Trump-Musk feud explodes on their social media platforms as Musk calls for Trump's impeachment and threatens to release information about Donald and Epstein; CDC's top Covid vaccine advisor resigns after RFK Jr says he'll remove it from vaccination schedules; a federal judge orders the reinstatement of the AmeriCorps program in 24 states; Trump reinstates an expanded travel ban that includes 19 countries, he also blocked international students from studying at Harvard and settled a six hour long lawsuit with himself in Texas; Trump officials delayed a report of farm trade data over deficit forecasts; the Supreme Court sides with a straight white woman claiming reverse discrimination; four states petition the FDA to lift abortion pill restrictions; and Allison delivers your Good News.Thank You, HomeChefFor a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! 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It's Friday and the weekend, starts here. Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul had a victory for AmeriCorps, as well as the state against The Felon President. And it looks like the film industry is one step closer to getting help from the state if creators want to make movies here. And it seems the Big Bill For Billionaires couldn't sink lower, just wait, because pets are next. Then, we are joined by Michelle Velasquez Chief Strategy Officer of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin on how the aforementioned bill is looking to strip away funding for Planned Parenthood via Medicaid. And then if you're looking to get a dog this summer, places like The Wisconsin Humane Society, MADACC and HAWS are all in need of help. Whether it's finding a forever home for your new best friend or fostering, the Humane Society is running a special which makes it very affordable to get a new buddy. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Jane and the show! Guest: Michelle Velasquez

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that AmeriCorps must restore grant funding and members to states that sued after cuts were made.

In which Caroline O'Neal, CEO of Reading Assist in Wilmington, DE, joins Jo to talk about service, community partnerships, and the crucial and solvable problem of literacy access in the US. Learn more about Reading Assist at https://readingassist.org/. Want to protect AmeriCorps? Tell your member of Congress about it here: https://voicesforservice.org/take-action/contact-congress/Find all things WTHIAP at wthiap.com

Local fundraising efforts will allow some AmeriCorps workers to stay in Davenport for the summer. Iowa Democrats are worried about the impact to rural healthcare under proposed federal Medicaid cuts. And why are more farmers taking out loans?

This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent. We discuss Grand County's budget and new concerns about whether certain transient room tax funds can be spent on projects such as the Trail Ambassadors Program. We also discuss a new fundraiser for Community Rebuilds, which is trying to restaff its organization after recent AmeriCorps cuts eliminated seven positions at the nonprofit. And we finish up with a story about the county's decision to purchase a new building for the Children's Justice Center. - Show Notes - • Grand County to revisit Trail Ambassador funding after renewed TRT compliance concerns https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-county-to-revisit-trail-ambassador-funding-after-renewed-trt-compliance-concerns/ • Community Rebuilds launches $50K campaign after AmeriCorps cuts https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/community-rebuilds-launches-50k-campaign-after-americorps-cuts/ • Grand County to buy nearly $1M ‘forever home' for Children's Justice Center https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-county-to-buy-nearly-1m-forever-home-for-childrens-justice-center/

Here's your local news for Thursday, May 29, 2025:We outline the spate of proposals in the 2025 Equality Agenda,Learn how to participate in Dane County's new food scraps program,Get the details on MMSD's 2026 budget proposal,Hear how a local nonprofit is faring after the loss of AmeriCorps funding,Share deck safety advice,Dig for historical treasure,And much more.

Kristen Brandt sits down with Lauren Rhoades, a writer and editor living in Jackson, Mississippi. Originally from Denver, Colorado, Lauren has served with AmeriCorps, started Mississippi's first fermentation company, and helmed the Eudora Welty House & Garden. She is now the director of grants at the Mississippi Arts Commission. In 2022, Lauren founded Rooted Magazine, an online publication dedicated to telling unfiltered stories about what it means to call Mississippi home. She holds an MFA in creative writing from the Mississippi University for Women. Kristen sits down with Lauren to discuss her debut memoir, Split the Baby: A Memoir in Pieces, which will release on June 3, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Detained Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil, has held his infant son for the first time after a judge blocked the Trump administration's effort to keep them separated. Meanwhile, Jersey City lawmakers are banning landlords from using AI software to set rents. Plus, AmeriCorps funding cuts by the Trump administration threaten childcare programs in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.

In a sleeper hit of a 100th episode (!), Sarah and Mike debrief some heavy losses suffered by both SNAP recipients and youth service workers in Franklin County, and recap the highlights of annual town meeting season. Plus Mike finally reveals his favorite village in the town of Montague-- his answer will shock you!Subscribe to the Montague Reporter newspaper at https://montaguereporter.org/subscribe/

How AmeriCorps Cuts Threaten Our Civic FutureTens of thousands of AmeriCorps service positions are being eliminated. In this episode, we explore how cuts to national service programs are affecting communities, civic engagement, and the future of democracy in America.Maureen Eccleston, Chief Impact Officer at Service Year Alliance and longtime AmeriCorps alum, joins David Beckemeyer to break down what these cuts mean, who's being impacted, and why service years matter now more than ever.We talk about the civic impact of AmeriCorps, how national service bridges political divides, and why protecting service opportunities is critical to lowering the temperature and rebuilding trust in our country.Links & Resources:Service Year Alliance: https://serviceyearalliance.orgVoices for National Service: https://voicesforservice.orgDonate to the Emergency Fund: https://statecommissions.orgText me your feedback and leave your contact info if you'd like a reply (this is a one-way text). Thanks, DavidSupport the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog or email outrageoverload@gmail.com. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question, comment or just thoughts you'd like to share? Call the OO hotline and leave a message and you could be featured in an upcoming episodeIf you would like to help the show, you can contribute here. Tell everyone you know about the show. That's the best way to support it.Rate and Review the show on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/OutrageOverload Intro music and outro music by Michael Ramir C.Many thanks to my co-editor and co-director, Austin Chen.

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A federal judge heard arguments in a legal challenge to the Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to AmeriCorps. Twenty-four states and the District of Columbia argue the administration overstepped its authority in slashing the program. Lisa Desjardins spoke with nonprofit organizations facing budget cuts and conservatives who want their funding slashed. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Local 911 service providers are concerned about a provision in the state budget bill. An environment conservation program in Cedar Rapids lost AmeriCorps members because of federal funding cuts. And the latest ruling on Iowa's law that bans LGBTQ instruction in schools.

Lou DiVizio opens the show with news from around the state. Then, we turn our attention to federal cuts made to AmeriCorps, the government agency that's trained generations of Americans to help others. Until recently, AmeriCorps employed thousands to help others statewide — from Taos to Ruidoso, and in cities and pueblos in between. Now, the federal agency is a shadow of what it once was, as most of its staff have been fired and millions of dollars in federal grants have been axed. Host Nash Jones speaks with U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., to discuss President Trump's gutting of AmeriCorps, and what he and the state are doing about it.The Albuquerque Sign Language Academy is one of several local programs hit hard by the AmeriCorps cuts. Jones recently sat down with Rafe Martinez, the academy's director, as well as former AmeriCorps board member Alvin Warren to discuss the federal cuts and their impact in communities across the state.State Sen. Jay Block, R-Rio Rancho, introduced a bill during this year's legislative session to create a program similar to the Department of Government Efficiency. Unlike DOGE, Block tells senior producer Lou DiVizio that his proposed program will not shrink the government workforce, nor target what the Trump administration calls “woke propaganda.” Host: Lou DiVizioSegments:U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich on Major Cuts to AmeriCorpsHost: Nash JonesGuest: U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M.AmeriCorps Cuts Disrupt NM ProgramsHost: Nash JonesGuests:Alvin Warren, Former AmeriCorps Board MemberRafe Martinez, Director, Albuquerque Sign Language AcademyNM Sen. Jay Block on Creating State Program Similar to DOGECorrespondent: Lou DiVizioGuest: NM Sen. Jay Block, R-Rio RanchoFor More Information: Records: New Mexico governor has OK'd more than $2M for National Guard deployment to Albuquerque - Source New Mexico

A federal judge heard arguments in a legal challenge to the Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to AmeriCorps. Twenty-four states and the District of Columbia argue the administration overstepped its authority in slashing the program. Lisa Desjardins spoke with nonprofit organizations facing budget cuts and conservatives who want their funding slashed. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Washington lost $23 million in funding for AmeriCorps jobs last month. The cuts by the Trump administration have hit small non profits especially hard. The volunteers get to know the community they serve, and now they’re being told to go home. We’ll hear from one community organization about the cuts. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's at stake when nonprofits and democracy are under attack? How can organizations respond effectively to threats against their tax status and Constitutional rights? In this illuminating conversation, Rusty speaks with Mike Zamore, National Director of Policy and Government Affairs at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), about the unprecedented challenges facing nonprofits in today's political climate.Mike Zamore draws from his 22 years of Capitol Hill experience and current ACLU leadership to explain how nonprofits are essential to America's constitutional framework of checks and balances. He details recent fights against attempts to weaponize government power against nonprofits, including legislation that would have allowed stripping organizations of tax-exempt status without due process. The conversation highlights parallels between threats to individual liberties and threats to nonprofit First Amendment freedoms.The discussion concludes with practical advice for nonprofits in red states and red districts to effectively engage with Republican representatives regarding the upcoming tax reconciliation bill that could adversely affect the sector. Zamore emphasizes the importance of solidarity, encouraging nonprofits to stand together against intimidation tactics, and that reminding us that maintaining collective courage is crucial for preserving both Constitutional rights and the ability to serve communities.This episode was recorded the morning of May 9, 2025, before the House Ways and Means Committee revealed the language in their portion of the proposed tax bill, which includes re-introduction of H.R. 9495. Click here for resources on new tax bill.Resources referenced in the episode:ACLUA Call to Action for Red State Nonprofits on the FTP blog"Meet the Man Who Wants to Tax Most of the Nonprofit World" by Ben Gose"‘Five Alarm Fire': How New Tax Law Could Decimate Nonprofits — and What Can Be Done" by Steve TaylorFilibustered!: How to Fix the Broken Senate and Save America, co-authored by Senator Jeff Merkley and Mike Zamore"How Will We Know When We Have Lost Our Democracy?"Harvard statement "Upholding Our Values, Defending Our University" and lawsuit against the governmentStatement of Solidarity with Harvard UniversityFTP Podcast Episode “Dr. King, AmeriCorps, & Nonprofit Work - with Michael Smith, AmeriCorps”“AmeriCorps members who respond to disasters and help nonprofits are let go in DOGE cuts”Guest Bio:Mike Zamore is the National Director of Policy & Government Affairs at the ACLU, where he leads efforts to harness the organization's vast expertise, 4 million members and supporters, paid staff in every state, and electoral work to shape federal, state, and local policy.Mike is a 22-year veteran of Capitol Hill, and spent over 14 years as the Chief of Staff to Senator Jeff Merkley, an Oregon Democrat first elected in 2008. As Merkley's top aide, Mike managed a 50+ person staff and $4 million budget, counseled the Senator on legislative and political strategy, represented the Senator to various constituencies, and led two successful re-elections. Prior to joining Senator Merkley, Mike was the Policy Director at the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, where he assisted the 2008 Senate candidates develop their positions on the issues. Mike earlier served as Policy Advisor to Representative Patrick Kennedy and spearheaded Kennedy's legislative agenda, including mental health parity legislation that became law in 2008, and spoke frequently on health systems reform. Earlier in his career, he spent several years working on business development projects in the early days of post-Soviet Russia and clerked for Judge Allyne R. Ross on the Eastern District of New York.Mike is an adjunct faculty member at American University's Washington College of Law. He graduated from Brown University and Harvard Law School, lives in Washington, DC with his wife and two sons.

Today, Colorado Sun rural reporter Tracy Ross looks at how the national AmeriCorps program helps thousands in Colorado and what the DOGE funding cuts will mean to Coloradans who rely on AmeriCorps' young people. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2025/05/11/colorado-americorps-mile-high-youth-corps-doge-cuts/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Building the Base, Hondo Geurts and Lauren Bedula are joined by Becca Wasser and Philip Sheers from the Center for New American Security (CNAS) to discuss their recent report, "From Production Lines to Front Lines." Drawing from extensive industry research and stakeholder interviews, Wasser and Sheers offer a comprehensive look at the critical challenges and opportunities facing America's defense industrial base in an era of great power competition.Five key takeaways from today's episode:Workforce remains the greatest limitation to manufacturing growth, with Wasser emphasizing "it's the workforce, stupid" as a core barrier that requires creative solutions like expanding AmeriCorps to include defense industrial base career paths.The defense industrial base has experienced decades of consolidation and lacks responsiveness to changing battlefield needs, demonstrated by challenges in ramping up production for Ukraine despite Herculean efforts from senior leaders.Structural vulnerabilities include outsourced supply chains to adversary-controlled regions and over-reliance on single-source sub-tier suppliers, creating critical bottlenecks that threaten both capacity and responsiveness in future conflicts.Small but actionable policy changes could yield significant improvements, such as allowing multi-year procurement of critical components like solid rocket motors without requiring an end item, providing immediate flexibility for production scaling.International partnerships with allies are essential for both learning from advanced manufacturing capabilities and creating resilient co-production arrangements, with countries like Japan and South Korea offering critical shipbuilding expertise that could augment America's defense industrial capacity.

Trump and China call off the divorce; Court ruling allows transgender troop removal to proceed; NC University provides guaranteed opportunity to students in struggling region; Program elimination, job loss as DOGE cuts funds for NM's AmeriCorps.

Trump and China call off the divorce; Court ruling allows transgender troop removal to proceed; NC University provides guaranteed opportunity to students in struggling region; Program elimination, job loss as DOGE cuts funds for NM's AmeriCorps.

HR3 Trump Decreases Drug Prices, AmeriCorps Lose Funding 5-12-25 by John Rush

A new audit looks at conditions at the Front Street Animal Shelter. How federal AmeriCorps cuts are affecting early childhood programs across California. Finally, a new children's book called “Finally Home” pays tribute to deploying military families. Front Street Animal Shelter Audit

[WEEKEND RECAP 05-10-25] Actually this includes Trump's first 100 days too.Ok, it actually goes back to the campaign.Here you go:The polls are a lie.Democrats have no backup planDemocrats have more internal and external turmoil coming this year than they have had in a decade.Trump freed 10 Americans from Kuwait prisonCalifornia received notice from the federal government that its AmeriCorps grant programs were being terminated $53M gone from CA economy, $21M from LA.4,000 jobsDemocrats falsified timesheets, embezzlement of funds, and improper payment of living allowances THIS is what we voted for. DOGE, Elon Musk and Donald Trump!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Cuts to the AmeriCorps program have prompted several lawsuits, and organizations in Iowa are already feeling the impact.

On the News Reel this week, we speak to Andrew Christiansen from the Moab Times-Independent about recent cuts to AmeriCorps programs nationwide and how these cuts are affecting organizations in Moab. We also talk about the local National Park Service headquarters building that's at risk of closing in April if the federal government follows through on its plan to not renew leases for many federal offices across the country. - Show Notes - • DOGE targets AmeriCorps https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/doge-targets-americorps/ • Built for efficiency, used for decades: Moab's NPS headquarters faces uncertain future https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/built-for-efficiency-used-for-decades-moabs-nps-headquarters-faces-uncertain-future/

For more than 30 years, AmeriCorps has been a powerful driver of national public service.  The federally funded program was launched in 1993 under President Bill Clinton with a simple but powerful idea that people of all ages and backgrounds could serve their communities. Since then, hundreds of thousands of people have joined AmeriCorps to tutor students, support seniors, clean up parks and rivers, assist during disasters and strengthen communities across the country, including here in Minnesota.  That work is now at risk. Because of deep federal budget cuts by the Trump administration, 85 percent of AmeriCorps staff members are currently on administrative leave. Many have been told their jobs will come to an end this June.  For the communities that rely on them — especially rural areas, low-income neighborhoods and schools already stretched thin—the loss could be staggering. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the work AmeriCorps does in Minnesota and why it matters. Guest:Brooke Rivers is a former AmeriCorps member and executive director of Reading Partners Minnesota, a nonprofit organization that recruits and trains people to teach reading to students in under-resourced schools.  Jesse Chang is a former AmeriCorps member and national service program director with Literacy Minnesota. He used to oversee the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits AmeriCorps VISTA program.   Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.     Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.     

May 8, 2025 - Rose Duhan, president and CEO of the Community Healthcare Association of New York State, discusses how funding in the state budget and cuts to Americorps will impact the services provided by community healthcare centers. She also makes the case for expanding the scope of practice for health care professionals.

Over 30,000 AmeriCorps members lost their jobs last week after an executive order canceled $400 million in grants nationwide. In Moab, at least five organizations lost AmeriCorps members, including the affordable housing non-profit Community Rebuilds, which lost 10 members. Today, we speak with Community Rebuilds Executive Director Rikki Epperson, Program Director Nancy Morlock, and former Community Rebuilds AmeriCorps member Josie Messner about the cuts.

In the first few months of the Trump administration, several education programs have been slashed. A program to help students with disabilities navigate the transition into adulthood was eliminated, and cuts to AmeriCorps eliminated some volunteers who tutor elementary students in reading and math. A mother shares the story of how these cuts affected her son, and reporters share what they learned when visiting classrooms and talking with educators. Guests: Angela, Mother of a student with disabilities, San Diego County Emma Gallegos, Reporter, EdSource Lasherica Thornton, Reporter, EdSource Read more from EdSource: How federal cuts are already affecting disabled students in California AmeriCorps cuts slash support services, programs for vulnerable communities Trump's budget would abolish funding for English learners, adult ed, teacher recruitment Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource's Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald. Subscribe at Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud

Designed as a domestic version of the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is one of the many government agencies affected by the Dept. of Govt. Efficiency (DOGE), which aims to cut federal spending.

There's a new law in Suffolk to help protect animals. How cuts to AmeriCorps will impact Connecticut. New York will tap into its rainy day fund for unemployment insurance debt. Plus, Imani Winds speaks to WSHU.

The US Department of Government Efficiency directed the federal agency for community service and volunteerism to make the changes. Program directors and organization heads impacted told VPM News the sudden cuts left them hurt, confused and scrambling to find answers.    More than 160 members in Virginia were cut due to the grants ending, according to a count from the Richmond nonprofit Fit4Kids.    Read more: Trump's AmeriCorps cuts end Virginia community service grants  

Nonprofit News Podcast Recap: The Threat to 501(c)(3) Status and Social Media Strategies In this week's episode of Nonprofit News Feed, hosts George and Nick delve into critical topics affecting the nonprofit sector. The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the potential repercussions for nonprofits if they lose their 501(c)(3) status—a concern highlighted by recent political maneuvers and threats to organizations like Harvard and Wikipedia. They discuss the dire consequences of such a status loss, including becoming taxable entities, losing tax-deductible donation incentives, and facing new tax obligations. The conversation shifts to the concerning control of social media narratives by influential figures, specifically Elon Musk's manipulation of Twitter's algorithm (now X). The hosts unpack how this affects nonprofits' strategies on social platforms, emphasizing the need for organizations to reconsider their engagement and content strategies in light of these changes. Additionally, the episode addresses the alarming $400 million funding cut from AmeriCorps, impacting over a thousand organizations and thousands of volunteers. This move threatens the vital volunteer infrastructure supporting disaster relief and community projects across the nation. In a lighter segment, the hosts highlight a successful nonprofit initiative that rescued over 6,000 pounds of food from an NFL draft event, redistributing it to local shelters—a testament to the impact of food recovery programs. Key Takeaways: The potential loss of 501(c)(3) status could devastate nonprofits, affecting their financial viability and operational capabilities. Nonprofits must navigate social media platforms carefully, especially under the influence of unpredictable leadership like Elon Musk. Significant cuts to AmeriCorps funding underscore the precarious state of volunteer-driven initiatives. Positive initiatives in food recovery demonstrate the sector's ability to address food insecurity creatively.

Massive federal cuts to AmeriCorps are leaving Colorado nonprofits in crisis—forcing tough choices in education, elder care, and conservation. And later, we reflect on the decades-long career of Dr. Mary Vader, a beloved Montrose pediatrician whose impact will be felt long after her retirement.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal cuts to AmeriCorps are reaching Seattle food banks, the Seattle City Council is considering making it easier for council members to vote when they have a conflict of interest, and the city is launching a free shuttle to take people around the new and improved waterfront. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A dozen Iowa Republican state senators are refusing to vote on budget issues until another piece of legislation is voted on. Hundreds of AmeriCorps members in Iowa have been impacted by federal funding cuts. And more people are renting chickens amid the rise of egg prices.

In this powerful episode, Michael Smerconish is joined by bestselling author Brad Meltzer—whose writing career began not with thrillers, but by penning the AmeriCorps oath at just 24. As AmeriCorps faces budget cuts from the federal government, Meltzer defends the national service program he helped shape, calling it "the best part of American government." They discuss the transformative power of community service, the bipartisan legacy of AmeriCorps, and the urgent need to protect it. With personal stories and hard-hitting statistics, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the unifying power of service. Original air date 1 May 2025.

A conversation with Lt. Gov. John Rodgers about a wide range of issues, including his willingness to speak out against the Trump administration and his advocacy for reforming state cannabis law. Plus, an activist who'd been arrested and detained after showing up to a citizenship appointment has been freed and can remain in Vermont for the time being, some key state spending priorities might be postponed or scrapped due to uncertainty over whether federal funding will be cut, Vermont has put a pause on dozens of AmeriCorps state positions after millions of dollars in federal funding for the program was halted, and Burlington's City Council approves a proposal for an overdose prevention site. 

DOGE places AmeriCorps staff on administrative leave, Google in the hot seat for its search engine monopoly, 'Sinners' dominates the box-office with $45M on opening weekend, and lab-grown chicken nuggets make its way in rotation. NewsDOGE comes for AmeriCorps staff in Washington and across the countryThis week in science: Drumming crabs, lab-made nuggets and LSD without the trip'Sinners' is a box-office winner, making $45 million on its opening weekendThe Justice Department is about to make its case for a Google breakup. Here's what to know Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram.  

Did you know Donald Trump plans to eliminate  Head Start the preschool program? Did you know he gutted Americorps? Have you heard what he did to the National Weather Service? Rachel Maddow rounds up stories that would be huge news in normal times but may have slipped by unnoticed by many Americans in the shadow of Trump's daily wrecking ball spectacle.