Tag: Federal Communications Commission

"The FCC must be careful to avoid actions that create further instability for the local stations viewers, and listeners depend on."

Those licenses were not up for renewal until 2028.

The potential review comes after both President Donald Trump and the First Lady have called for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired for his monologue last week.

We can pretend there's some random revitalization on the way. Vintage and nostalgia are absolutely having a moment with younger demographics right now -- except for AM radio. They don't care about it, and let's face it: they're never going to.

"Pushing out a hoax headline in such a sensitive national security moment as this requires accountability."

"Although you have indicated that a full Commission vote may still occur, the Commission has already approved the transaction on delegated authority, effectively determining the outcome."

"The consequences of this rubber stamp approval will be felt in living rooms and newsrooms across the country, resulting in fewer voices, less competition, and higher costs for consumers.”

"We are grateful to President Trump, Chairman Carr, and the DOJ for recognizing the dynamic forces shaping the media landscape and enabling this transaction to move forward.”

"It is a stain on the FCC’s storied history, and you should resign.”

After reading this column, some group may want to head down to L Street, Northeast, in Washington, DC, carrying their "Abolish the FCC" signs!