‘Fight back’: journalist taking Trump administration to court calls for media to resist attacks

Patsy Widakuswara, the White House chief for a prominent broadcasting network, is leading a legal battle to protect Voice of America (VOA), which Trump has accused of being anti-Trump and radical. With 1,300 staff on leave and 600 contractors terminated, VOA faces critical threats in regions like Russia where disinformation is rampant. Patsy's lawsuit argues that Trump's order violates press freedom and anti-corruption laws, targeting VOA despite its importance globally. The case could have far-reaching implications for media resilience worldwide as a preliminary injunction blocks the executive action but could be appealed.