Trump’s FTC issues letter to Apple regarding claimed political bias in its news app
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached out to Apple regarding concerns about potential political bias within the Apple News app. In a letter sent to Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson expressed that Apple News might be infringing Section 5 of the FTC Act, which stands against unfair or misleading practices. […]
FTC chair cautions that political bias in Apple News app could breach consumer protection laws
FTC Cautions Apple Over Alleged Consumer Law Violations The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a strong warning to Apple on Wednesday, suggesting that the company may be breaching consumer protection laws by potentially censoring right-leaning news outlets on its news app. Andrew Ferguson, the FTC Chairman, directed a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook shortly […]
Attribute the Washington Post’s decline to bias, not Bezos.
Washington Post Workforce Cuts The Washington Post has recently laid off over 300 staff members, which accounts for roughly 30% of its newsroom. In addition, it scaled back on sports coverage, local reporting, international reporting, and book reviews. The newspaper is undergoing a workforce reduction strategy, aiming to downsize by 2025 through various means, including […]
San Francisco faces lawsuit over Black reparations law for racial bias
The city of San Francisco is facing a lawsuit regarding its reparations fund, with claims that taxpayers’ money is being used in ways that contravene the Equal Protection Clause. On Thursday, some residents, backed by the Equal Rights Foundation of California, challenged an ordinance meant to establish a fund aimed at supporting Black residents, as […]
Claims of bias arise from climate activist footnotes in judges’ reference guide
The most recent version of the Golden Rule Guide, utilized by judges nationwide to navigate unfamiliar topics, has sparked some controversy regarding its perceived ideological bias, particularly in the climate change section. Critics have pointed out that the fourth edition of the Federal Judicial Center’s Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence, which features a foreword by […]
Republicans largely excluded from progressive talk shows as FCC seeks to address bias
FCC Orders Broadcast Networks to Provide Equal Opportunities for All Candidates Following new regulations from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), liberal talk shows on three major broadcast networks may need to adjust their approach. The FCC recently stated that ABC, CBS, and NBC must adhere to “statutory equal opportunity requirements,” which involve including Republican candidates […]
Michelle Obama Suggests She Has Some Racial Bias in Her Shopping Choices
Michelle Obama’s Thoughts on Fashion and Supporting Designers of Color In a recent roundtable discussion shared on Sunday, former first lady Michelle Obama shared her views on fashion and the importance of supporting designers of color. She mentioned that when she appreciates someone’s style and knows they are a person of color, she tries to […]
HUD ends Biden-era agreement that imposed racial bias in home appraisals
HUD Terminates Biden-Era DEI Agreements In a significant move, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced on Monday that leading real estate valuation authorities are no longer required to adhere to potentially unlawful agreements established under the Biden administration that allegedly imposed racial preferential treatment within the industry. This decision represents the Trump […]
HUD looks into Minneapolis for claims of racial bias in housing choices
HUD Investigates Minneapolis Housing Policies The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced on Thursday that it is conducting an investigation into Minneapolis. The department claims the city’s housing policies may be unlawfully prioritizing resources based on race and national origin. HUD Secretary Scott Turner expressed concerns about Minnesota’s approach, stating, “Minnesota has become […]
CBS cancels Colbert’s Late Show as viewership declines and bias worries rise
End of an Era in Late-Night Comedy This year marked a significant shift in late-night comedy, signaling the decline of traditional broadcast networks. CBS announced it would offer “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” just one more season. Back in the Johnny Carson days, his show was a staple of television. Nowadays, it seems comedians […]