Center for American Rights Submits FCC Complaint Against ABC and Jimmy Kimmel for Unlawful Political Activity
Complaint Filed Against Jimmy Kimmel Live! The American Rights Center, a conservative watchdog organization, has submitted a complaint to the FCC regarding ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live!, alleging that the show is engaged in “illegal politics” and violating broadcast licensing rules. In the complaint, the group claims that Jimmy Kimmel misuses public airwaves, positing that he […]
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Encourages Google and Fox to Finalize Agreement Before Channels Disappear from YouTube TV
FCC Chairman Urges Google and Fox to Resolve Dispute FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is pushing for a resolution between Google and Fox Corporation regarding a carriage dispute that could lead to the removal of multiple Fox channels from YouTube TV. Carr cautioned that losing Fox channels won’t just limit access to Fox News; it may […]
Trump criticizes NBC and ABC networks, calls for the FCC to take away their licenses
President Trump voiced his frustrations on Sunday regarding what he considers biased reporting from NBC and ABC News, claiming that their coverage was unfair. He mentioned that he supported the idea of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) revoking their licenses. The Trump administration highlighted his perception of negative media coverage, particularly around a statistic he […]
Arizona senate leader requests the FCC to take away the state’s PBS license due to perceived bias.
Arizona Senate President Calls for FCC Investigation into PBS Station The President of the Arizona Senate has requested the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to investigate the state’s PBS station, KAET. He argues that there was “viewpoint discrimination” affecting the outcome of the 2022 gubernatorial race in Arizona. In a letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Kerr, […]
FCC Chair Brendan Carr Warns DISH Network To Abandon DEI Policies Or Suffer Consequences
FCC Chair Warns Dish Network Over DEI Policies During a meeting at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) headquarters, Chair Brendan Carr cautioned Dish Network about the potential violation of agency directives regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. This warning follows consumer research from a watchdog group that criticized some of Dish’s programming—specifically, what they […]
FCC commissioner aims to transfer control of traditional media from national to local levels.
FCC Commissioner Challenges Trust in Media Brendan Kerr, a commissioner at the FCC, has expressed concerns about dwindling trust in traditional media and emphasized the necessity for changes in the industry. He articulated his thoughts during a segment on “Media Abaz” this past Sunday, stating, “Something has to change…” Kerr pointed out that the FCC’s […]
FCC Greenlights $8 Billion Paramount-Skydance Merger
FCC Approves Paramount and Skydance Merger The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has given the green light for a $8 billion merger between Paramount Global Media and Skydance Media. The approval comes over a year after the companies initially agreed to merge. On Thursday, the FCC officially endorsed the transfer of licenses for 28 CBS-owned local […]
FCC chairman urges fair reporting in light of Colbert situation
FCC Chairman Calls for Fair Journalism In a recent interview, FCC Chairman Brendan Kerr discussed the need for Fox News to refocus on “fair and reliable journalism.” He expressed doubts, suggesting that the outlet might benefit from a review of its approach. Kerr, speaking to Bill Hemmer from Fox News, reflected on a letter from […]
Skydance to Halt DEI and Examine Bias if Paramount Merger Gets FCC Approval
Skydance Plans Major Changes for CBS News After Merger Skydance, the entertainment firm making an $8 billion bid to acquire Paramount, has taken steps to address concerns about perceived bias at CBS News. They’ve informed the FCC of their intention to appoint an ombudsman who will focus on issues related to the network’s Diversity, Equity, […]
Skydance informs FCC that it will eliminate DEI and assign a media bias officer at CBS News.
Skydance’s New Commitments Ahead of Paramount Merger Skydance has made fresh pledges to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as it appears to be accelerating its merger with Paramount. This includes a commitment to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies at CBS News and to appoint an ombudsman focused on addressing media bias within the […]