"Ferguson questioned whether Apple was acting in line with its terms of service with its curation of featured articles on the Apple News app. "As an American citizen, I abhor and condemn any attempt to censor content for ideological reasons," Ferguson said in the letter, which he published. "Such efforts, whether taken to appease overzealous activists, at the behest of foreign governments, or simply to advance the political views of Silicon Valley elites, stifle the free exchange of ideas, manipulate the public discourse, and are inconsistent with American values.""
"Today I sent a letter to Tim Cook expressing my concerns about allegations that Apple News has, unbeknownst to its users, systematically promoted news articles from left-wing news outlets and suppressed content from conservative publications. pic.twitter.com/xXCxNgRbpc- Andrew Ferguson (@AFergusonFTC) February 11, 2026 While he said the FTC doesn't police speech and can't require the company to promote one ideology over another, the FTC Actis meant to protect consumers from deceptive acts or practices by companies."
FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson sent a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook urging a review of Apple News curation and the company's terms of service. He cited reports alleging Apple News systematically promoted left‑wing publications while suppressing conservative outlets. Ferguson condemned any attempt to censor content for ideological reasons and warned such actions stifle free exchange of ideas and manipulate public discourse. He acknowledged the FTC does not police speech but emphasized the FTC Act protects consumers from deceptive acts or practices. Ferguson requested a comprehensive review to ensure compliance. Apple and the FTC did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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