FCC Democrat warns broadcasters to resist Trump’s media pressure tactics
Democrat Anna Gomez warns broadcasters against yielding to the Trump-era FCC’s claims of fake polls and news distortions.

Democrat Anna Gomez warns broadcasters against yielding to the Trump-era FCC’s claims of fake polls and news distortions.




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Paramount’s legal officer hints at CNN sale as 12 states, led by California, file lawsuit to block merger with WBD.
Paramount’s CEO David Ellison warns of a California exit if the US state does not agree to talks, according to reports.
Critics say the 39 percent cap was a safeguard against excessive concentration of media ownership in the US.
Paramount risks $650m quarterly fees if merger delays extend beyond September, as per the merger agreement terms.
The states claim the $110bn acquisition would limit competition in the TV and film industries.
Donald Trump has intensified criticism of ABC, alleging bias and threatening lawsuits over network’s recent coverage.
Argentina fans denied US visas get free TVs to watch World Cup.
Zee will broadcast the 2026 and 2030 World Cups and the 2027 Women’s World Cup among 39 FIFA tournaments until 2034.
With the World Cup weeks away, FIFA is struggling to find broadcast rights buyers in the world’s most populous country.
Attention now turns to regulatory authorities, with both Washington and London expected to examine the merger’s impact.