FCC Commissioner’s Threat to Broadcasters Sparks Bipartisan Backlash — and a Rare GOP Break
FCC Commissioner’s Threat to Broadcasters Sparks Bipartisan Backlash — and a Rare GOP Break A public warning from FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr that broadcasters could lose their licenses for airing what he called “hoaxes” and “news distortions” has triggered a broad political backlash, drawing condemnation from Democrats, civil‑liberties groups, and even one Republican senator who broke with his party to reject the threat. Carr’s comments came after President Donald Trump criticized “fake news” coverage of the Iran conflict. Carr amplified Trump’s message and added that broadcasters who fail to operate “in the public interest” could face consequences during license renewal. … Continue reading FCC Commissioner’s Threat to Broadcasters Sparks Bipartisan Backlash — and a Rare GOP Break

