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Judge says 1,000 Voice of America workers must be reinstated
A federal judge has ordered more than 1,000 laid off Voice of Ameriaca employees to be reinstated.
FCC Commissioner Gomez says Carr’s threats against broadcasters are baseless
Gomez noted the FCC has no broadcast license renewals scheduled until 2028, making enforcement unlikely.
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Trump’s FCC Chairman threatens broadcast licenses over war propaganda
In a series of social media posts, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr strongly implied that broadcasters could lose their licenses if they don't repeat conflict-related talking points.
Judge says Kari Lake illegally appointed CEO at Voice of America
The decision could reinstate more than 1,000 VOA employees laid off in 2025 and revive operations at the government-funded broadcaster.
Trump backs Nexstar-TEGNA deal, despite DEI philosophy
Trump’s support for the Nexstar-TEGNA deal comes despite past opposition to DEI initiatives, signaling a pragmatic carve-out.
ByteDance finalizes deal to create U.S. version of TikTok
The arrangement shifts U.S. data control and operations domestically to address national security concerns.
Feds can’t search devices seized from Washington Post journalist, judge says
The case has renewed debate over federal protections for journalists and limits on law enforcement searches.
Congress to continue funding Voice of America, despite Trump’s wishes
The proposal faces legislative hurdles and a potential presidential veto as legal challenges against USAGM continue.
Nexstar DEI philosophy could complicate TEGNA deal at FCC
A high-level Nexstar executive confirms DEI elements remain part of its "corporate philosophy," creating a possible catch-22 at the FCC as it weighs the Nexstar-TEGNA deal.
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Corporation for Public Broadcasting disbands after Congress pulls funding
The decision has already triggered layoffs and budget crises across public radio and television stations.
FCC Chairman Carr defends trolling broadcasters in Senate hearing
Democratic senators accused Carr of coercing networks over programming and transactions, raising First Amendment and independence concerns.
Kari Lake says USAGM to vacate studios, relocate to NASA building
USAGM will vacate its Washington, D.C. headquarters and relocate to a NASA-used building under cost-cutting ordered by President Trump.
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