US State Department orders pause on Economist, NYT, Politico and other media subscriptions

The U.S. State Department has paused non-essential media subscriptions, aligning with President Trump's cost-cutting measures led by Elon Musk's team. The suspension affects outlets like the New York Times, Bloomberg News, and Reuters. The State Department emphasized a focus on Trump's 'America First' policy. Criticism arises over limiting access to independent news, impacting diplomats' information.