The Senate is ready to pass Donald Trump's request to cancel about $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting spending,

The Senate was due to debate amendments to the rescissions package, Trump's request to cut spending previously approved by Congress. Vice President JD Vance was needed to break 50-50 ties over two procedural hurdles on Tuesday, when three Republicans joined all Democrats in voting against the measure.

Capital Public Radio in Sacramento did not account for any federal funding in its budget passed for the upcoming fiscal year that began July 1. KVIE, PBS’ Ch. 6, says grants make up about 14% of its operating budget, which is separate from its total budget, said General Manager David Lowe.