The question arises from the relationship between artists and iHeart, and whether performing or not performing impacted artists spins across the company’s footprint.
This is a slippery slope not only for journalists but for all broadcasters as it relates to the First Amendment, decency rules, perhaps mergers and acquisitions, and even satire.
In a recent letter, FCC Chairman Carr asked for details about how iHeartMedia organizes events like this and how it ensures compliance with federal payola laws.