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Media industry
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump officials target media over Iran war reporting

Defense Secretary Hegseth criticized CNN's reporting on Iran while the Trump administration pursues regulatory pressure against media outlets deemed insufficiently supportive of administration policies.
Law
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Supreme Court takes case that could strip FCC of authority to issue fines

The Supreme Court will decide if the FCC's authority to fine carriers for selling customers' location data violates the Seventh Amendment jury-trial right.
Television
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Fox's Kat Timpf Recalls Jimmy Kimmel's Sister Telling Her To F**k Off and Die' as She Defends Late Night Host

Jimmy Kimmel faced suspension and affiliate preemptions after controversial remarks, prompting debate over FCC authority, network actions, and calls for apology from broadcasters.
US politics
fromAxios
5 months ago

Trump floats pulling TV licenses after Kimmel suspension

Trump claimed 97% negative media coverage and suggested FCC revoke broadcast licenses; FCC commissioner said revocation lacks legal authority; broadcasters suspended Kimmel amid pressure.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

FCC Commissioner Rebukes Agency's Chair, Says We Don't Have the Authority' To Retaliate Against Broadcasters

The FCC lacks authority to revoke broadcasters' licenses or censor on-air content; threats to punish networks or talent for speech are legally unfounded.
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