**The Trump administration has abruptly placed all Voice of America (VOA) personnel on administrative leave. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemns this decision as a departure from the U.S.'s historic role as a defender of free information and calls on the U.S. government to restore VOA and urges Congress and the international community to take action against this unprecedented move. This decision also endangers USAGM journalists currently working abroad or detained for carrying out their work.**