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Media 3 days ago

PBS station singles out GOP senators in contentious public broadcasting funding battle

Republican officials criticized PBS Kansas for running an ad asking viewers to contact senators about preserving funding, as the Senate prepares to vote on public media funds.

Media 4 days ago

Democratic senators demand full FCC vote on Paramount-Skydance merger following Trump’s CBS settlement

FCC is facing pressure from Democratic lawmakers for a transparent review of the Paramount-Skydance deal after President Trump's settlement raised questions about media independence.

Media 6 days ago

Longtime '60 Minutes' correspondent Steve Kroft, Jon Stewart bash CBS’ Trump settlement as ‘shakedown’

Former "60 Minutes" correspondent Steve Kroft and Jon Stewart criticized Paramount's settlement with Trump, calling it a "shakedown" linked to merger plans.

FCC July 2

Dominating 'space economy' a key priority for Trump's FCC chief

The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission delivered his first major speech in his new role with the Trump administration, announcing six priorities he plans to focus on.

Media June 24

CBS blasts Trump’s lawsuit as ‘meritless’ despite recent $15 million settlement offer

President Trump's election interference lawsuit against CBS was again called meritless despite the network making a $15 million offer to settle it earlier this month.

Media June 19

Trump-appointed FCC chairman probes Biden cybersecurity program over China concerns

President Trump's FCC is raising the alarm over alleged Chinese connections in Biden's cybersecurity labeling initiative as documents reveal national security concerns.

Donald Trump June 5

FCC Commissioner Simington expected to abruptly leave agency, potential replacement revealed

Nathan Simington is expected to leave the agency by the end of the week, and his 31-year-old chief of staff may take his place.

Media May 15

This local NPR CEO is speaking out as Trump order threatens funding for public stations

BPR faces a $300,000 funding loss due to Trump's order, risking local journalism and emergency alerts in Western North Carolina's rural communities.

Media April 23

CBS anchors salute outgoing '60 Minutes' producer, say effort to settle Trump lawsuit tied to corporate merger

The anchors of "CBS Evening News" addressed the abrupt exit of "60 Minutes" executive producer Bill Owens as the network continues its legal battle with President Donald Trump.

Media March 20

FCC plans major DEI crackdown with help of conservative firebrand

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and activist Robby Starbuck have met to discuss how the agency can root out DEI from the telecommunications sector.

FCC March 11

FCC chair sends letter to Google questioning faith-based discrimination claims against YouTube TV

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is confronting Google with questions about allegations YouTube TV is implementing faith-based discrimination for denying a network's entry on its platform.

Media March 11

Fair Election Fund urges FCC to hold CBS accountable for 'unlawful conduct’ related to ’60 Minutes’ interview

President Trump has alleged election interference over CBS' handling of a "60 Minutes" interview, and feels the network aided his Democratic rival, then-Vice President Kamala Harris.

Joe Biden February 16

FCC chair brings receipts on Biden admin’s ‘expertise in incompetence’ in blistering message to Buttigieg

Republican FCC Chair Brendan Carr slammed former Transportation Secretary Buttgieg for claiming the Trump administration is putting Americans "at risk" with incompetence.

VIDEO February 7

FCC for years ‘walked away’ from enforcing the ‘public interest standard’ on broadcasters: FCC chairman

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr discusses the fallout from the ‘60 Minutes’ interview with former presidential candidate Kamala Harris on ‘The Story.’

FCC January 30

Trump FCC chair targets NPR, PBS for investigation ahead of Congressional threats to defund

FCC chair, Republican Brendan Carr, reportedly sent a letter to NPR and PBS announcing the launch of an investigation into potential airing of 'prohibited commercial' ads.

VIDEO January 22

FCC chair announces end to DEI policies: 'Turning things around'

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss the decision to eliminate DEI policies and refocus the organization’s priorities.

91±¬ÁÏ Flash November 20

Jordan Peterson calls on Trump FCC pick to unmask 'real danger' of Big Tech censorship: We need 'transparency'

Renowned psychologist Dr. Jordan Peterson and his daughter, podcast host Mikhaila Peterson, touched on Big Tech algorithms, censorship and education on "Fox & Friends."

Trump Transition November 18

Trump's choice for FCC chairman says agency 'will end its promotion of DEI' next year

Brendan Carr, current senior Republican member of the FCC and President-elect Donald Trump's choice for FCC chairman, said the agency will stop promoting DEI in 2025.

Donald Trump November 3

FCC commissioner rips NBC over Harris' last-minute SNL appearance: 'Plainly designed to evade' the rules

FCC Republican commissioner Brendan Carr ripped "Saturday Night Live" for hosting VP Kamala Harris, but not offering an equal amount of time to former President Trump.

VIDEO November 3

FCC commissioner discusses NBC's 'blatant effort' to bypass law with Harris' SNL appearance.

FCC commissioner Brendan Carr spoke with 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about the agency's equal time rule following "SNL" hosting Vice President Kamala Harris.

Media October 18

WATCH: FCC commissioner explains if CBS could be in hot water over controversial '60 Minutes' edit

FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington explained whether CBS could be in hot water over the now-infamous "60 Minutes" interview with Vice President Kamala Harris.

George Soros September 26

House Oversight probes FCC's expedited approval of Soros purchase of 200+ radio stations ahead of election

The Federal Communications Commission expedited a decision to allow Democratic megadonor George Soros to obtain a major stake in more than 200 radio stations — a move the House Oversight Committee is investigating.

Media September 24

George Soros closer to controlling 200 radio stations despite objection from Trump-nominated FCC commissioner

The FCC seemingly approved a deal that would “fast-track" George Soros’ acquisition of more than 200 Audacy radio stations across America, irking Republican commissioners.

OPINION September 23

If you like your internet ... too bad. Biden-Harris want to wreck it

The Biden-Harris administration is a threat to a free and uncensored internet. And it's using the FCC to inject itself into everything from connections to pricing.

TECH August 29

AT&T network outage that disrupted 911 services underscores need for backup plan: 'A good hedge'

AT&T users on Tuesday reported system outages that in some cases affected 911 services, fueling the call to modernize the emergency response services.

TECH June 15, 2024

FCC names its first-ever AI scammer in threat alert

The Federal Communications Commission has identified the first artificial intelligence robocall scammer. The CyberGuy unpacks how to protect yourself and your information.

TECH May 4, 2024

FCC slaps AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile with mega fines for data deceit

The Federal Communications Commission slapped the nation's four biggest mobile carriers with fines totaling $200 million for unauthorized sharing of customer location information.

FCC April 10, 2024

New FCC rules require internet providers to be more transparent about pricing and fees

New rules adopted by the FCC require internet service providers to create "broadband labels" based on the FDA's food nutrition labels that will ensure transparency of pricing and fees.

OPINION March 27, 2024

You’ve heard about weaponization of the FBI and CIA; now they’re weaponizing the internet

Weaponization of government didn't stop with the FBI and CIA. The FCC is going after Internet Service Providers to promote 'digital equity.' Moves give regulators massive power.

FCC March 15, 2024

FCC investigates security risk of US mobile devices using Russian, Chinese satellite systems

The Federal Communications Commission is investigating potential security threats posed by U.S. mobile devices using Russian and Chinese foreign satellite systems.