Donald Trump
Disney, ABC sue FCC over probe that triggered license renewals
The FCC ordered early review of the stations’ broadcast licenses in April, years before they were set to expire; Disney says the move was retaliation over unfavorable programming.
Trump: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to depart
In a social media post, President Trump said Leavitt is stepping down to spend more time with her children and family.
Press groups sue Trump over early access to Truth Social posts
The lawsuit claims the service violates the First and Fifth Amendments by selling early access to official government statements.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Trump nominates Carr aide Danielle Thumann Severs to vacant FCC seat
Her confirmation would give Republicans three seats on the commission, the maximum allowed under FCC party-balance rules and the minimum needed for a quorum.
Free speech groups back Disney in ongoing fight with FCC
The letter says Disney should continue defending its First Amendment rights as it challenges the FCC’s early license renewal order for eight ABC-owned stations.
FCC vs. ABC
Former FCC officials blast agency’s targeting of ABC
The group called the review unprecedented and accused the FCC of using its regulatory authority to pressure Disney and ABC over protected editorial decisions.
FCC Chairman Carr: ABC decision to skip Trump speech will factor into license review
Eight ABC-owned stations are currently subject to the FCC's license renewal process over Disney's purported use of DEI practices.
Feds sought records from relatives of New York Times reporters in leaks probe
The subpoenas are part of a leak investigation tied to Times reporting about security concerns involving President Donald Trump’s Qatari-donated Air Force One jet.
PRESS FREEDOM
Viewpoint: How Trump’s call to FIFA tested the limits of rules‑based order
FIFA maintains a broader non-interference principle, which is meant to shield national federations and disciplinary decisions from outside political pressure. So, what happened?
By:
Taylor McKee
OPINION
Trump SCOTUS appointee expresses concern over weaponization of FCC
Justice Neil Gorsuch said an order issued by the court on Monday could allow Trump and future presidents to pull more strings at the FCC and other agencies.
Trump wants Supreme Court to revive “Big Lie” lawsuit against CNN
Several lower courts have blocked Trump's efforts to sue CNN thus far, saying the complaint did not meet the necessary legal standards to allege defamation against the news organization.
Security researchers say Trump Mobile exposed customer data online
Trump Mobile accidentally exposed non-sensitive personal information of potentially thousands of customers who pre-ordered its flagship smartphone.