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Rosie O'Donnell stated she is not worried about the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or FCC Chairman Brendan Carr ahead of guest hosting 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' in August. She dismissed concerns about potential FCC actions against her politically charged content, including a rejected parody of the 'Wizard of Oz' song, and referenced her ongoing feud with President Donald Trump.

Two government watchdog groups have filed complaints alleging Federal Communications Commission members violated ethics rules by accepting luxury Kennedy Center gala tickets from Paramount during merger reviews. The gifts, including $12,000 tickets to a 2025 event and skybox seats valued at $125,000, are tied to Paramount's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and a prior merger with Skydance.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is defending the agency's actions against ABC, stating broadcasters must operate in the public interest. The Federal Communications Commission is taking measures against ABC based on this principle.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency's actions against ABC, stating broadcasters must operate 'in the public interest' by providing subsidized access to airwaves in exchange for responsible content. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content and attempting to suppress free speech, citing an ongoing license review and disputes over equal-time rules for 'The View' and Jimmy Kimmel.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency’s actions against ABC, asserting broadcasters must operate in the public interest. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content and attempting to chill free speech through an early license review and disputes over equal-time rules.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency’s actions against ABC, asserting broadcasters must operate in the public interest by providing subsidized access to airwaves. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content by initiating an early review of eight of its broadcast licenses and enforcing equal-time rules on 'The View.' The conflict involves claims of free speech violations and pressure on media to align with administration preferences.

FCC chair Brendan Carr discusses topics related to Trump, free speech, and threats against broadcasters. The article focuses on Carr's statements and their implications.

Disney and ABC are challenging the FCC’s review of eight local broadcast licenses, claiming the action is politically motivated and violates the First Amendment. The dispute involves tensions over diversity policies, The View, and Jimmy Kimmel’s comments, with Disney stating 95% of public comments supported the company. A bipartisan group of former FCC officials urged the agency to end the review, calling it an unprecedented free speech threat.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission banned foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China over national security risks. The decision could strain U.S.-China relations as China dominates the global humanoid robot market with an estimated 85% share.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission banned imports of foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China, citing national security risks. China holds approximately 85% of the global humanoid robot market, and the ban may strain U.S.-China relations as both nations compete in advanced robotics and AI.

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission banned imports of foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China's dominance in the market, citing national security and supply chain risks. China controls roughly 85% of the global humanoid robot market, with companies like Unitree and AGIBOT shipping thousands of units annually, while U.S. firms like Tesla and Figure AI shipped far fewer.

Ex-FCC officials from both Democratic and Republican backgrounds warn the agency is sending a 'chilling message' by reviewing ABC's license renewals for eight stations. They urge the FCC to reject petitions to deny the licenses, which were ordered for early renewal following criticism from Donald Trump and Melania Trump.

Conservative groups urge the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to avoid setting precedents that could harm non-liberal media during ABC's license review. The groups argue that the FCC's scrutiny of ABC's public interest obligations and decision to skip President Trump's speech risks politicizing broadcast license renewals. The letter emphasizes preserving predictable renewal processes as outlined in the Telecommunications Act of 1996.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced a 'super band' spectrum auction to free 400 megahertz of mid-band airwaves, aiming to boost economic growth, national security, and consumer benefits. The auction is expected to generate billions for the Treasury while accelerating 5G and 6G development, with China's competitive threat emphasized as a key urgency.

Rep. Buddy Carter is urging the Federal Communications Commission to review ABC, NBC, and CBS for not airing or cutting away from President Donald Trump's July 16 primetime address. Carter argues the networks violated their public interest obligation by blocking the speech, which Trump claimed addressed election security vulnerabilities.

President Donald Trump threatened to revoke TV licenses of NBC and ABC after they declined to air his White House speech on election security. FCC Chair Brendan Carr has initiated probes into the networks, raising concerns about potential constitutional challenges.

President Trump threatened to revoke the broadcast licenses of ABC and NBC after they did not preempt programming to live-stream his speech on election integrity. The FCC has launched probes into broadcasters for potential violations of public interest standards, while CBS and Fox aired portions or the full speech live. Networks avoided live coverage of claims about foreign interference in the 2020 election, citing caution after Fox's defamation settlement over election-related falsehoods.

FCC officials accepted gifts and tickets from CBS/Paramount during merger approval. Trump's D.C. renovations are estimated to cost $1.2 billion. Trump compared himself to authoritarian leaders in a document. The Reflecting Pool has turned gray. The Washington Post Editorial Board criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul for a data center moratorium.

President Trump's primetime speech on election security forces TV networks to choose between airing potential 2020 election falsehoods or facing backlash from the White House. Networks face pressure to avoid amplifying debunked claims while contending with FCC investigations under Chairman Brendan Carr, a Trump ally.

The Federal Communications Commission will vote on August 6th to end the national ownership cap rule, which limits a single company from owning broadcast stations reaching more than 39% of US TV households. Republican Chair Brendan Carr argues the rule is obsolete due to the rise of social media and streaming platforms, which can reach audiences without relying on public airwaves.

FCC commissioners Olivia Trusty and Brendan Carr received expensive Kennedy Center gala tickets from Paramount, CBS's parent company, around the time Paramount sought FCC approval for mergers. The gifts, valued at over $12,000 and $125,000 respectively, raised conflict-of-interest concerns as Paramount required regulatory decisions from the FCC.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr criticized 'The View' for partisanship after co-host Sunny Hostin urged Democrats to flip the Senate during a discussion about Maine's Senate race. ABC argues the show should remain exempt from political equal opportunity rules, but Carr highlighted Hostin's advocacy for a Democratic Senate majority as contradictory to the exemption claim. Other co-hosts discussed Democratic handling of Maine's race and Graham Platner's controversies.

The FCC is considering ending a subsidy that reduces school internet costs, which is funded through consumer fees via the federal government. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr advocated for ending the program before Donald Trump appointed him to his role.

ABC is challenging the Federal Communications Commission's review of whether its show 'The View' qualifies as a news program exempt from equal time rules. The network argues the issue was resolved in 2002 when the FCC classified 'The View' as such, while FCC Chairman Brendan Carr opposes this stance. The dispute involves broader implications for free speech and other political-entertainment hybrids, with over 77,000 public comments supporting ABC's position.

ABC is contesting the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) review of whether 'The View' qualifies as a news program exempt from equal time rules. The network argues a 2002 FCC decision already resolved this, and the Trump administration's involvement is seen as an attempt to suppress free speech. The dispute has broader implications for shows blending politics and entertainment.

The article discusses the Federal Communications Commission's investigation into The View for potential violations of the 'equal time' rule by hosting political candidates, and the Supreme Court's ruling in Trump v. Slaughter, which expanded presidential power to dismiss officials from independent regulatory agencies. The ruling is seen as increasing partisan influence over government functions affecting everyday life.

The View has reduced bookings of political candidates in competitive races following an FCC inquiry into potential violations of the equal time rule. The show's spokesperson claims it is a 'bona fide news program' not subject to the rule, but has proceeded cautiously with candidate appearances during the investigation.

President Trump's investment portfolio traded media stocks like Comcast and Warner Bros. Discovery in 2025 despite his public silence on them this year. His portfolio included Apple, Nvidia, Boeing, Meta, Disney, and others, with Comcast being the second-most traded. Regulatory scrutiny of Comcast's spinoff and past criticisms of its leadership by Trump are highlighted.

ABC is engaged in a legal battle with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over regulations that could impact press freedom. FCC Chair Brendan Carr is targeting broadcasters, including ABC's 'The View', arguing they must follow equal air time rules for political candidates. ABC opposes these actions, claiming they threaten protected speech and established legal norms. The FCC is also investigating ABC's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies as part of a broader review of broadcasters.

FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized Scott Pelley for not anticipating his firing from CBS News. Carr attributed low media trust to legacy journalists being 'completely out of touch.'

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reviewing the $3 billion annual E-Rate program, which subsidizes internet access for schools and libraries, due to concerns about excessive children's screen time and its health impacts. FCC Chair Brendan Carr announced the commission will conduct a full review of the program.

The FCC is launching a review of a $3B school internet subsidy program due to concerns about screen time. Chairman Brendan Carr stated the goal is to ensure the subsidized internet supports education rather than causing distractions.

The FCC is launching a review of its $3 billion E-Rate school internet subsidy program due to concerns that increased screen time in schools may be harming academic performance. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr cited research linking excessive screen time to poor educational outcomes and emphasized the need for parental oversight and potential program reforms.

Disney and ABC accused the Trump administration's Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of attempting to suppress speech through an early license renewal order for WABC-TV in New York. The companies claimed the order was unconstitutional and aimed to stifle editorial voices, while FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended it as part of an investigation into Disney's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices.

The FCC, led by Chairman Brendan Carr, ordered Disney-owned ABC to file early license renewals for its TV stations, accusing ABC's diversity practices of violating anti-discrimination rules. ABC protested, claiming the FCC is using the process to punish the network for its editorial choices and suppress speech.

Anna Gomez, the sole Democratic FCC commissioner, warns media companies like Disney about the Trump administration's alleged free speech crackdowns. She criticizes the FCC's investigations into Disney's practices and urges resistance, while the Supreme Court considers the legality of Trump's agency firings.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), under Chairman Brendan Carr, is seeking public comment on whether ABC's The View qualifies as a 'bona fide news interview program' to determine if it should be exempt from the equal-time rule. The probe, driven by President Trump's influence, aims to assess if the show should be treated as non-news programming, which would require equal airtime for opposing political candidates.

FCC chair Brendan Carr is accused of illegally trying to rein in the media by enforcing President Trump's media agenda, prompting a legal watchdog group to investigate ethical obligations. The investigation aims to determine if Carr violated rules. A complaint was filed with bar associations.

The Federal Communications Commission proposes stronger 'Know Your Customer' rules to crack down on illegal robocalls, which may require phone providers to collect more personal information from customers. This move aims to stop bad actors but raises concerns about privacy and identity verification. The proposal is still open for public comment.

The Federal Communications Commission approved EchoStar's sales of spectrum licenses to AT&T and SpaceX for $40 billion. The deals were made after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr threatened to revoke the licenses due to underuse. EchoStar sold licenses to SpaceX for $17 billion and to AT&T for $23 billion.