Put Voice of America in the direct chain of command under the National Security Council
What the document says“If VOA is not put in the direct chain of command under the NSC, serious consideration should be given to putting”
Voice of America is the government's international broadcaster and operates under a firewall intended to protect journalistic independence. The chapter argues that firewall has been used without formal regulation to shirk oversight. It recalls that the service was under the direct supervision of the War and State Departments during the Cold War, and proposes putting it in the direct chain of command under the National Security Council, or else considering an alternative arrangement.
What the document actually says“If VOA is not put in the direct chain of command under the NSC, serious consideration should be given to putting”
Voice of America should report to the security team. If not, look at other ways.
Voice of America is a radio service paid for by the government. It broadcasts to other countries. Rules keep politicians out of its news. The book says it should report to the White House security team instead.
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