FCC to repeal 39% TV ownership cap in boost for Trump-friendly news orgs
Summary
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to repeal a rule that limits TV station owners from reaching more than 39% of U.S. TV households. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr wants to replace this limit with a case-by-case review, a move that supporters say will boost local news but critics argue benefits large companies friendly to President Trump and could face legal challenges.Key Facts
- The FCC’s National Television Ownership Rule limits owners from reaching over 39% of U.S. TV households.
- Chairman Brendan Carr proposes repealing the 39% ownership cap.
- The repeal would replace the cap with individual reviews of TV station mergers.
- Carr’s proposal aims to encourage local news by allowing larger station groups.
- Critics say only Congress can change this limit, so the repeal may face court battles.
- Commissioner Anna Gomez argues the plan benefits wealthy allies of President Trump and harms local news.
- Carr has previously taken actions seen as supporting news outlets favorable to President Trump.
- The FCC vote on this proposal is scheduled for August 6.
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