It's not the first time Kirk has criticized CNN. Last month, he accused the network, along with other media outlets for "trying to bankrupt" InfoWars host Alex Jones.
In a statement, the Senator said the bill "would allow local broadcast companies to merge without government interference to allow those broadcasters to better compete against these tech giants."
"Russini resigned from The Athletic this spring after Page Six published photos of her with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Now, several outlets are confirming she is poised for a comeback as soon as next week."