Summary
Since Brendan Carr became the chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in January, he has started investigations into most major broadcast networks. President Trump appointed Carr and supports his actions, believing many networks unfairly criticize him. Carr's investigations have led to networks settling lawsuits and making changes to their content and management.
Key Facts
- Brendan Carr became the FCC chair in January.
- Carr has launched investigations into nearly all major broadcast networks.
- President Trump supports Carr and believes networks are biased against him.
- Major networks like ABC and CBS settled lawsuits related to media coverage for $16 million.
- Carr influenced CBS to pull "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
- NPR and PBS are under investigation for potential law violations related to commercials.
- Congress cut federal funding for public media, influenced by claims of liberal bias.
- Carr's actions have affected network decisions, such as ABC suspending Jimmy Kimmel.
