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Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy threatens lawsuit over FCC TV ownership cap
Federal lawmakers are the only ones who can eliminate an FCC-imposed ownership cap on local broadcasters, Ruddy asserts.
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FCC broadcast TV ownership cap gets hearing on Capitol Hill
Lawmakers showed mixed views, balancing concerns over consolidation against fears that failing to modernize rules will further weaken local TV news.
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Senator Cruz plans hearing on FCC broadcast ownership rules
The Senate Commerce Committee will hear testimony on broadcast TV ownership rules from key stakeholders in the industry.
NAB threatens Congress over local TV ownership rules
The NAB warned lawmakers that opposing looser broadcast rules could carry dire political consequences in the midterm election.
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APTS, PBS says NextGen TV transition should be voluntary, not forced
APTS and PBS warned a forced transition could burden stations and viewers without federal rebate support.
Report: Broadcast TV contributed $748 billion to U.S. economy in 2025
Advertising drove the majority of the impact, accounting for nearly $628 billion in economic output.
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Poll: Most Americans oppose loosening federal broadcast ownership rules
Four in five likely voters said consolidation would raise cable, satellite and streaming prices and reduce local control.
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FCC approves proposed rule for NextGen TV transition
The FCC voted unanimously to advance a rulemaking that eases broadcasters’ transition to the NextGen TV standard.
NAB CEO: Trump administration favorable to broadcasters
NAB CEO Curtis LeGeyt praised officials within the Trump administration for catering to the interests of radio and TV broadcasters.
NAB criticizes YouTube as organization pushes for broadcast consolidation
A spokesperson said YouTube TV's decision to exercise its rights in a free market is proof that broadcasters should be allowed to grow larger.
FCC chairman: Agency will review broadcast ownership rules at meeting
Two TV-related rules and one radio rule will be reviewed by the FCC during its open meeting later this month, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said on Monday.
FCC rejects calls for cable-like regulatory fees on broadband providers
The FCC says it doesn't have the budget or the manpower to enforce new regulatory fees on other sectors.