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 […]
FCC Chair says Stephen Colbert has lost his touch
FCC Chairman Criticizes Colbert Following Show Cancellation FCC Chairman Brendan Kerr recently expressed his disapproval of comedian Stephen Colbert after the abrupt cancellation of the late-night show. He stated that Colbert “evidently doesn’t have ‘it’.” Currently, the FCC head is reviewing a highly anticipated merger between Skydance and CBS, which is owned by Paramount. Reporter […]
FCC chairman criticizes ‘partisan left’ response to Colbert’s cancellation on CBS
FCC Chairman Responds to CBS Cancellation of Colbert’s Show On Monday, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr made a statement regarding the cancellation of CBS’s “Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Carr criticized the backlash from left-leaning celebrities and politicians, suggesting they were overreacting to what he called a loss of a “DNC spokesman” who, in […]
Why the FCC chair will keep limiting the Paramount-Skydance merger, even after the Trump agreement
With the lawsuit involving CBS out of the way, the anticipated $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance Media seems to be moving forward smoothly. It’s fairly straightforward to understand Donald Trump’s involvement in this situation. The lawsuit, initiated back in December during the presidential election, alleged that CBS had edited an interview with Kamala […]
Senators call for FCC decision on Paramount merger following Trump agreement
CBS Settles with Trump for $16 Million Two Democratic senators have called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to conduct a thorough vote regarding the proposed merger of Paramount and Skydance. They raise concerns about CBS News’ editorial integrity in light of a recent multi-million dollar settlement with former President Donald Trump. CBS, together with […]
T-Mobile ends DEI initiatives as it seeks essential FCC approval for significant business agreements
T-Mobile to End DEI Program Amid Major Transactions T-Mobile has informed the head of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of its decision to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program while it waits for approval on two significant business deals. In a letter sent to FCC Chair Brendan Carr and made public on Wednesday, […]