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Trump has weaponized the government to replace ‘wokeness’ with his version of diversity
It’s not news that government is using withheld federal funds, the threat of blocked mergers and other strong-arm tactics to ...
FCC opens probe into Comcast relationships with local TV affiliates
The chair of the Federal Communications Commission is opening a probe into NBC-parent Comcast’s relationships with its local ...
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Starlink Is Set to Receive Billions in Federal Subsidies but Analysis Says It Can’t Handle the Traffic
As Starlink is poised to cash in on BEAD contracts, a new analysis casts doubt on its ability to connect rural America.
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Trump’s ‘censorship and control’ campaign threatens press freedom, FCC commissioner says
The $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance is fueling a fierce First Amendment fight and raising questions about ...
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Probes Comcast Relations With NBC Stations
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr sent a letter to Comcast on Tuesday announcing a probe of the company's relations with NBC ...
FCC begins inquiry into Comcast and NBCUniversal’s handling of local affiliates
It's the second time the Federal Communications Commission has targeted the Philadelphia-based Comcast this year.
FCC asks EchoStar to sell some licenses to resolve 'spectrum warehousing'
EchoStar (NASDAQ:SATS) is being pushed by U.S. regulators to sell some of its airwaves, Bloomberg reported on Wednesday.
FCC Chair Launches Inquiry Into NBCU Over Treatment Of Local Affiliates
The chairman of the FCC has opened another inquiry into a major media company, this time over the relationship between ...
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FCC chairman Brendan Carr’s meddling in broadcast journalism contradicts his own avowed views
As a minority FCC member during the Bush administration, Carr condemned government interference with newsroom decisions.
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FCC Investigating NBCUniversal Local and Comcast Over Treatment of Affiliates
According to Newsmax, which first reported the investigation, Carr sent a letter to Comcast CEO Brian Roberts earlier Tuesday ...
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FCC Launches Investigation Into NBC for Bullying Its Local Stations, as Trump Suggests ‘Terrible’ Broadcaster Should Have Its License Revoked
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr testifies before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government ...
FCC Chair Brendan Carr is looking into Comcast’s “influence” over local stations.
In a letter to Comcast, Carr says he wants to make sure that the company’s “ability to exert influence” over local NBC affiliates doesn’t “undermine” their goal of serving the public interest. Last ...