FCC seeks public comment on TV, radio ownership reform
The agency will issue a public notice that seeks comment on modifying or eliminate certain broadcast ownership restrictions.
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House narrowly passes bill to pull public broadcast funding
The bill, which claws back $1.1 billion in public media funding, now heads to the Senate.
Despite cuts, FCC seeks larger budget for 2026
The FCC has requested a budget increase of more than 4 percent, despite the agency effectuating staff and resource cuts under its current chairman Brendan Carr.
USAGM starts firing full-time Voice of America employees
The USAGM is sending termination notices to full-time employees at Voice of America, The Desk has learned.
SiriusXM signs Stephen A. Smith to new radio deal
Stephen A. Smith will produce two talk shows for SiriusXM, starting in September, the radio broadcaster announced.
Nathan Simington to depart FCC this week
FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington has announced his intention to depart the agency by the end of the week.
Documents outline deal between Voice of America, One America News
The agency’s senior advisor Kari Lake endorsed a non-binding contract with OAN parent Herring Networks earlier this month, according to documents obtained by The Desk.
NPR sues Trump administration over funding cuts
The public radio program distributor takes issue with Trump’s executive order that directed the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to eliminate funding for NPR and PBS.
Steve Herman retires from Voice of America, joins University of Mississippi
Steve Herman is retiring for Voice of America to become the executive director of a new journalism unit at the University of Mississippi.
Voice of America layoffs to result in dozens of deportations
Around 60 workers who are in the U.S. on J-1 visas could be asked to leave the country after being laid off from Voice of America last week.
USAGM fires hundreds of Voice of America contractors
The move affects more than 500 freelance workers, including reporters, photographers and other journalists; many hold work permit visas, and will be asked to leave the country.
Appeals court reverses some rulings on USAGM funding
The federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. said the Trump administration must hire back Voice of America workers, but overturned injunctions that resumed funding to other broadcasters.
CPB: We don’t have to listen to Trump on NPR, PBS funding matters
Officials at the Corporation for Public Broadcasting said President Donald Trump has no legal authority over their organization.
Trump signs Executive Order to cut NPR, PBS funding
The Executive Order signed on Thursday said funding to NPR and PBS is no longer necessary because alternative sources of news exist.
SiriusXM sees higher churn, lower revenue during Q1
The company is moving forward with its plan to focus on in-car subscribers over streamers, believing those customers are more-lucrative to the business.
Cumulus to stop trading shares on NASDAQ in May
Cumulus Media will stop trading shares on the NASDAQ stock exchange in May, and will trade exclusively through the over-the-counter market.
Judge approves injunction that reinstates Voice of America funding
A federal judge has approved a preliminary injunction that requires USAGM to reinstate fired Voice of America employees and provide funding to the broadcaster once again.
Salem Media Group announces partnerships with Trumps
The CEO of Salem Media said the deals were proof that it is an “exciting time to be a Salem shareholder.”
Salem Radio’s Hugh Hewitt joins Fox News as contributor
Hugh Hewitt is joining Fox News Media as an on-air contributor, the broadcaster announced on Friday.
European Broadcasting Union launches fact-checking unit
Public service broadcasters participating in the EBU will work on a new fact-check initiative that will strengthen investigative journalism and help fight online misinformation.
Grant Napear loses lawsuit against Bonneville over firing
Napear sued Bonneville International after he was terminated for tweeting “All Lives Matter” during protests over George Floyd’s murder.
NAB renews call for FCC to eliminate broadcast ownership cap
The NAB has sent a letter to the FCC urging the agency to eliminate federal ownership caps for radio and TV station owners.
Dr. Phil McGraw launching podcast series
Dr. Phil McGraw’s media company Merit TV is breaking into the world of podcasting with the debut of three new shows this week.
Lawmakers accuse FCC Chairman Carr of weaponizing agency
The Chairman is accused of targeting certain broadcasters and other organizations at the behest of President Trump and Elon Musk.
Judge sides with Voice of American journalists in lawsuit over firings
A federal judge has issued a restraining order that prevents USAGM from laying off workers at Voice of America while a lawsuit moves forward.
Voice of America execs, journalists file second lawsuit against USAGM
The Director of VOA, a senior-level journalist and two contractors have filed a third lawsuit against USAGM over disruptive activity and job cuts.
Megyn Kelly launches podcast network
“MK Media” promises a space where influential and authoritative voices in journalism, politics and pop culture can express themselves.
Judge orders USAGM to restore Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty grants
A federal judge has ordered USAGM to stop withholding federal grant money owed to Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty for its broadcast operations.
Trump withdraws Bozell’s nomination to lead Voice of America parent USAGM
Leo Bozell will instead be nominated to serve as Ambassador to South Africa, according to Congressional notifications made on Tuesday.
USAGM releases $7 million to Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
The forthcoming disbursement followed a lawsuit filed by the broadcaster after its funding grants were terminated.
VOA journalists seek restraining order against Trump administration
Journalists at Voice of America have filed a legal request for a restraining order that will prevent Trump administration officials from furthering layoffs and a reduction in activities.
Tubi CEO Anjali Sud appointed to SiriusXM board
Premium audio provider SiriusXM has appointed Tubi CEO Anjali Sud to its board of directors.
Voice of America journalists sue USAGM over closure of broadcast outlet
Seven individuals — including four unnamed workers — are joining several unions representing affected journalists at Voice of America after the broadcaster was effectively shut down last week.
Czech Republic suggests EU fund Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Officials within the Czech Republic have asked the E.U. to back Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty as the U.S. government implements funding cuts.
U.S. Agency for Global Media sued over cancellation of grants
Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Agency for Global Media after its operational funding was terminated earlier this week.
Journalists at government-backed broadcasters work through layoffs
Despite an Executive Order that required a reduction in activity and workforce, some employees of U.S. Agency for Global Media outlets are reporting to work, unsure if they will receive a paycheck.
Kelli Turner named Audacy CEO as part of executive shake-up
Audacy on Monday named Kelli Turner to the role of chief executive on a permanent basis, part of a broader shake-up of the company’s C-suite
Layoffs hit 1,000 workers at Voice of America, other broadcasters
The job cuts are rooted in an Executive Order signed by President Trump on Friday that requires USAGM and other organizations to reduce their activities and employee count.
Trump orders cuts at Voice of America parent agency
President Trump has signed an executive order requiring the parent agency of Voice of America to effectuate activity and staffing cuts.
SiriusXM implements new round of layoffs
SiriusXM has laid off a number of employees working within its product and technology teams.