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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.

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Supreme Court says Trump can fire FCC commissioners, other appointed officials

The Court ruled Congress cannot restrict the president's authority to remove executive officers.

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Cox Media to pay $880,000 to settle FTC probe over AI-powered targeted ad tool

Cox Media has agreed to settle a Federal Trade Commission probe over its marketing of AI-powered tools used to monitor conversations and deliver targeted ads.

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FTC chair accuses Apple News of bias against conservative outlets

FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson sent a letter alleging Apple News may favor progressive outlets over right-of-center publications.

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