MAGA champion Kari Lake has proudly taken on the role of senior adviser to the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) within President Trump’s administration. This agency, a crucial component for spreading America’s values globally, oversees the Voice of America, our nation’s international news outlet.
On Monday, Lake officially assumed her new position. In a spirited email sent to all agency staff, Lake vowed a return to the core mission of “working efficiently and honestly to cover this consequential moment in our nation’s history.”
Lake is set to oversee Voice of America as its director, aligning with President Trump’s vision. Official confirmation of a new USAGM CEO, which might take years, is pending. The role of VOA Director is appointed by the USAGM CEO and the International Broadcasting Advisory Board.
Lake’s appointment allows her to immediately begin revitalizing the agency with her decisive leadership. She has committed to restoring fairness and accuracy at VOA, a stance that resonates with true American values, especially in a landscape rife with leftist influences.
The current climate within the organization is deeply embedded with leftwing ideologies. Michael Abramowitz, the current VOA Director, has openly criticized Trump in his editorial [here](https://archive.ph/AWB6g), undermining the spirit of democracy with accusations against our president.
Similarly, Steve Herman, former VOA White House Chief, has publicly attacked Trump, alleging that his plans would compromise America’s security. Such narratives are counterproductive and stand in stark opposition to our national interests.
Aren’t you a taxpayer funded “reporter” for
@voa? Why are you working against President Trump’s reform plans for the U.S. budget? You weren’t elected. It isn’t too much to suggest this is treasonous. You don’t get to work against the official U.S. government policies while…
https://t.co/P8Egpx9PJV— Richard Grenell (@RichardGrenell)
February 9, 2025
Ric Grenell, a key Trump advisor, underscored the need for accountability, suggesting Herman should face immediate repercussions for his actions. The call to action is clear: align with the administration or face the consequences.
Yes, shut them down.
- Europe is free now (not counting stifling bureaucracy). Hello??
- Nobody listens to them anymore.
- It’s just radical left crazy people talking to themselves while torching $1B/year of US taxpayer money.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk)
February 9, 2025
Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency, echoed these sentiments, advocating for strategic cuts to ineffective programs. His comments reinforce the call for prudent fiscal management.
Kari Lake, however, sees the agency as a powerful tool in the battle of information, striving to reform and modernize it into a credible entity. As she steps into her role, Lake is committed to eliminating waste and adhering strictly to President Trump’s orders, ensuring taxpayer money is wisely spent.
I got sworn in today. Looking forward to serving America, streamlining the United States Agency of Global Media and everything it oversees.
pic.twitter.com/cqDSGEC6VA— Kari Lake (@KariLake)
March 3, 2025
In Lake’s email to USAGM staff, she expressed her dedication to the agency’s mission to “inform, engage, and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy.” With her experience in journalism, she understands the challenges and promises unwavering integrity.
Lake declared, “In my new role at USAGM I am committed to quickly reforming and modernizing the agency into something the American people are willing to support. I look forward to working with you.” Her leadership marks a new era for the agency, one that aligns with the values of hard-working Americans.
