"Politicians have an obvious motive for claiming that journalism which raises questions about their decisions is false. CNN stands by its journalism and the reporting in question."
"Let's be direct: what Chair Carr is describing is government control of the press. Journalists aren't intimidated by a bully with a briefcase. We urge reporters to keep doing their jobs."
"Carr warned broadcasters running hoaxes and news distortions to correct course, resharing the president's claim that The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and the broader Media want the U.S. to lose the war."
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly criticized CNN during a Friday briefing, endorsing David Ellison's acquisition of the network while attacking a story about the administration's assessment of Iran's military capabilities. CNN CEO Mark Thompson defended the network's journalism, stating that politicians have motives to discredit reporting that questions their decisions. FCC Chair Carr has intensified threats to revoke broadcaster licenses for alleged misinformation, warning networks to correct course. Media leaders argue this constitutes government control of the press. The FCC licenses local stations carrying network programming but lacks direct authority over cable networks like CNN.
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