The New York Times published on 16 April 2025 an article titled "Trump Aides Close State Dept. Office on Foreign Disinformation" by Edward Wong.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has shut down the office that tracks and counters disinformation from foreign actors. He put all 40 employees in the office on paid leave after firing about 80 contractors last month. The office focused on disinformation from Russia, China, Iran, and terrorist groups. He reportedly took this action after complaints that the office allegedly censored conservative ideas.
