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WorldPublished: 18 July 2026 at 17:37

Trump's threats to revoke TV licenses get serious

FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr is already scrutinizing TV broadcasters, but legal experts say he may have to be careful echoing the president’s political grievances.

According to recent reports, President Donald Trump's threats to revoke television broadcast licenses have become more serious. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Brendan Carr has already begun scrutinizing TV broadcasters. However, legal experts warn that Carr may need to be cautious about echoing the president's political grievances too closely.

This development raises questions about press freedom and the FCC's role in regulating broadcast licenses. While Carr has initiated reviews, experts caution that aligning too closely with the president's political interests could lead to legal challenges.

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