DirecTV to return Newsmax to lineup by end of week
DirecTV has reached an agreement with conservative commentary network Newsmax to return the channel to its satellite and streaming services by the end of the week.
DirecTV has reached an agreement with conservative commentary network Newsmax to return the channel to its satellite and streaming services by the end of the week.
FCC commissioner nominee Gigi Sohn says the agency should scrutinize DirecTV for removing OAN and Newsmax.
DirecTV says it is open to adding Newsmax once again, as long as the conservative commentary channel drops its demand for retransmission fees.
Dish Network is trying to convince DirecTV customers that they should switch services if they want Newsmax.
Newsmax says it will soon be available only on cable and will end its free online stream following its dispute with DirecTV.
DirecTV removed Newsmax from its satellite and streaming services on Wednesday after the channel requested carriage fees.
Newsmax shed half of its post-election audience by the end of February.