The upcoming events, hosted by the Center for Democracy and Technology, will address crucial issues surrounding free speech, media, and telecommunications, featuring various public discussions. With the impending departure of Democrat Geoffrey Starks, the FCC will shift to a Republican majority, raising concerns about free speech protections. Commissioner Gomez has publicly criticized her colleague Carr for investigating broadcasters and threatening companies, asserting that such actions misuse the FCC's authority and undermine press freedom. Gomez's stance emphasizes the need to protect journalistic independence amid political pressures.
From investigating broadcasters for editorial decisions in their newsrooms, to harassing private companies for their fair hiring practices, to threatening tech companies that respond to consumer demand for fact-checking tools, the FCC's actions have focused on weaponizing the agency's authority to silence critics.
We cannot allow our licensing authority to be weaponized to curtail freedom of the press.
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