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Jim Banks announces legislation to defund NPR and celebrates retirement of Lee Corso

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Rep. Jim Banks U.S. Representative for Indiana's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot

Rep. Jim Banks U.S. Representative for Indiana's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot

Senator Jim Banks, representing Indiana’s 3rd district since 2017, has taken to social media to express his positions on various matters ranging from media funding to personal tributes and holiday wishes. Banks, who succeeded Marlin Stutzman and has a background in the Indiana Senate, has been vocal about his legislative priorities and commemorative messages on several occasions.

On April 17, 2025, Banks addressed an event from a year prior concerning the suspension of a senior editor for an exposé on NPR. In his tweet, he stated, "One year ago, a senior editor was suspended for exposing NPR as the taxpayer-funded Democrat propaganda machine that it is. I’ve introduced a bill to defund it."

Recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions, Banks extended his good wishes to Lee Corso, a notable figure, by marking his retirement. On April 18, 2025, he expressed admiration with a tweet, "What a great Hoosier legend. Happy retirement Lee Corso!" reflecting the celebratory regard for Corso's contribution.

In observance of Easter, Banks conveyed a message of goodwill to his constituents. Through a tweet on April 20, 2025, he shared, "Wishing you and your family a happy and blessed Easter. He is risen!" highlighting a message oriented around the festive observance.

Jim Banks, born in Columbia City, Indiana in 1979, has established his public service career after earning his BA from Indiana University Bloomington in 2004 and now contributes as a member of the U.S. Congress.

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