PBS News Weekend Signs Off Due to Federal Budget Cuts
PBS NewsHourJanuary 9, 20262 min73,859 views
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- 😔 The PBS News Weekend team is signing off the air due to federal budget cuts that necessitate reworking staffing and programming.
- 👏 The team is celebrated for their incredible storytelling and coverage of major breaking news every weekend with rigor, heart, and care.
Key Moments Covered
- 🗓️ The program recalls significant events such as the October 7 attacks on Israel, the first assassination attempt on President Trump, and President Biden dropping out of the presidential race.
- 🌟 The small but mighty team is recognized for their creativity and dedication in handling these major stories week in and week out.
Future Programming and Staff
- 🚀 While the PBS News Weekend program is concluding, many members of its team will continue with exciting new programming to be seen in the coming days and weeks.
- 🎤 The founding anchor of the program is stepping back from full-time work but expressed delight that the team will continue producing content.
- 🙏 A huge thank you is extended to the team for their contributions.
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