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Federal Communications Commission

2 published Stories7 tracked eventsLatest event Sep 23, 08:05 PM UTC

Also known as Federal Communications Commission

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Sep 24, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

In this period, the media conflict involving the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) escalated further. President Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House, accusing them of "fake news." The banned outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit, and major TV networks suspended pooled coverage in protest. A federal court hearing on September 23 concluded without an immediate ruling.

President Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House on September 18, accusing them of "fake news."
The banned outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit seeking reinstatement of their access.
Major TV networks suspended pooled coverage in protest, while the White House launched "Trump TV" and defended the ban on national security grounds.
A federal court hearing on September 23 concluded without an immediate ruling.

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Sep 11, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

In this period, tensions between the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the media escalated further. Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel moved an interview with a Texas Senate candidate from ABC to YouTube, citing threats from the FCC. Kimmel publicly criticized the move as censorship, sparking renewed debate over free speech.

Aug 31, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

In this period, former President Donald Trump threatened to report NBC host Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over her characterization of his primary endorsement record. Trump cited high success rates for his endorsed candidates and urged FCC Chair Brendan Carr to act on the comment made on a local affiliate. The threat is unusual as the FCC generally does not regulate news content, continuing the tense dynamic between the agency and the media.

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Sep 23, 08:05 PM UTC· Signal 105.3

Trump bans CNN, MSNBC, Politico from White House; networks boycott, lawsuit filed

President Donald Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House on September 18, 2026, accusing them of "fake news." The outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit seeking reinstatement. Major TV networks suspended pooled coverage in protest, leaving Trump without live broadcast coverage. The White House launched "Trump TV" and defended the ban on national security grounds. A federal court hearing on September 23 concluded without an immediate ruling.

122 reports · 14 sources

Sep 10, 04:10 PM UTC· Signal 140.4

Jimmy Kimmel moves Talarico interview to YouTube after FCC threats under Trump administration

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel announced his interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico will not air on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live” due to threats from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) under the Trump administration. The interview will instead be released on YouTube. Kimmel criticized the FCC’s actions as censorship, sparking debate over free speech and broadcast regulation. Multiple outlets confirmed the FCC’s involvement, with ABC also suing the administration over prior censorship attempts.

5 reports · 3 sources

Aug 30, 07:23 PM UTC· Signal 139.4

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Periodic recap

What changed for this subject in each tracking window — generated from matched events, delta-first.

Sep 24, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

In this period, the media conflict involving the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) escalated further. President Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House, accusing them of "fake news." The banned outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit, and major TV networks suspended pooled coverage in protest. A federal court hearing on September 23 concluded without an immediate ruling.

President Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House on September 18, accusing them of "fake news."
The banned outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit seeking reinstatement of their access.
Major TV networks suspended pooled coverage in protest, while the White House launched "Trump TV" and defended the ban on national security grounds.
A federal court hearing on September 23 concluded without an immediate ruling.

Earlier recaps

Sep 11, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

In this period, tensions between the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the media escalated further. Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel moved an interview with a Texas Senate candidate from ABC to YouTube, citing threats from the FCC. Kimmel publicly criticized the move as censorship, sparking renewed debate over free speech.

Aug 31, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

In this period, former President Donald Trump threatened to report NBC host Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over her characterization of his primary endorsement record. Trump cited high success rates for his endorsed candidates and urged FCC Chair Brendan Carr to act on the comment made on a local affiliate. The threat is unusual as the FCC generally does not regulate news content, continuing the tense dynamic between the agency and the media.

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Sep 23, 08:05 PM UTC· Signal 105.3

Trump bans CNN, MSNBC, Politico from White House; networks boycott, lawsuit filed

President Donald Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House on September 18, 2026, accusing them of "fake news." The outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit seeking reinstatement. Major TV networks suspended pooled coverage in protest, leaving Trump without live broadcast coverage. The White House launched "Trump TV" and defended the ban on national security grounds. A federal court hearing on September 23 concluded without an immediate ruling.

122 reports · 14 sources

Sep 10, 04:10 PM UTC· Signal 140.4

Jimmy Kimmel moves Talarico interview to YouTube after FCC threats under Trump administration

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel announced his interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico will not air on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live” due to threats from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) under the Trump administration. The interview will instead be released on YouTube. Kimmel criticized the FCC’s actions as censorship, sparking debate over free speech and broadcast regulation. Multiple outlets confirmed the FCC’s involvement, with ABC also suing the administration over prior censorship attempts.

5 reports · 3 sources

Aug 30, 07:23 PM UTC· Signal 139.4

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Aug 29, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

Following the repeal of the broadcast ownership cap, tensions between the FCC and major media have sharply escalated. Disney-owned ABC filed a lawsuit against the FCC and the Trump administration, alleging unconstitutional retaliatory regulation over program content. The FCC ordered early license renewals for eight ABC stations, which ABC claims is punishment for its editorial content and is seeking to block in court.

Aug 20, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

The FCC voted during this period to repeal the 39% national broadcast ownership cap, replacing it with a case-by-case review. The 2-1 party-line vote saw Chairman Brendan Carr argue the cap was outdated, while Democratic Commissioner Anna Gomez contended the FCC lacks congressional authority. Legal challenges are expected, and the move has raised concerns about media consolidation and political influence.

Jul 29, 2026 UTC· 1 event in window

The FCC, acting under the Trump administration, issued a ban on imports of new Chinese-made humanoid and quadruped robots and connected power inverters during this period. The ban is based on National Security Determinations, citing risks of surveillance, data exfiltration, and supply chain vulnerabilities. China condemned the move as smearing its companies. Existing devices are unaffected, and exemptions are possible through the Department of War.

Trump Threatens to Report NBC Host Kristen Welker to FCC Over Endorsement Comment

On August 30, 2026, former President Donald Trump threatened to report NBC’s “Meet the Press” host Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for “rebuke or punishment” after she described his primary endorsement record as having “mixed results.” Trump cited high success rates for his endorsed candidates and urged FCC Chair Brendan Carr to act. The comment was made on a local NBC affiliate, not the national broadcast. The FCC generally does not regulate news content, making the threat unusual.

5 reports · 3 sources

Aug 28, 05:36 PM UTC· Signal 211.3

Disney’s ABC Sues Trump’s FCC Over Retaliatory License Threats

Disney-owned ABC filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the FCC and the Trump administration, alleging a retaliatory campaign triggered by a Jimmy Kimmel joke about Melania Trump. The FCC ordered early license renewals for eight ABC stations, which ABC claims is unconstitutional punishment for editorial content. The lawsuit seeks to block the FCC’s review, escalating tensions between the administration and major media over free speech and regulatory pressure.

6 reports · 10 sources

Aug 19, 06:21 PM UTC· Signal 177.8

FCC votes to eliminate national broadcast ownership cap, sparking legal uncertainty

The FCC voted 2-1 on August 6, 2026, to repeal the 39% national broadcast ownership cap, replacing it with a case-by-case review. Chairman Brendan Carr argued the cap was outdated, while Democratic Commissioner Anna Gomez and critics contend the FCC lacks congressional authority. Legal challenges are expected, and the move follows a halted waiver allowing Nexstar to acquire Tegna, raising concerns about media consolidation and political influence.

5 reports · 3 sources

Jul 29, 02:24 PM UTC· Signal 165.5

US Bans New Chinese Humanoid Robots and Power Inverters on Security Grounds

The Trump administration, via the FCC, banned imports of new Chinese-made humanoid and quadruped robots and connected power inverters, citing national security risks such as surveillance, data exfiltration, and supply chain vulnerabilities. The move, based on National Security Determinations, aims to protect the domestic AI and robotics industry. China condemned the ban as smearing its companies. Existing devices are unaffected, and exemptions are possible through the Department of War.

5 reports · 4 sources

Jul 17, 08:57 PM UTC· Signal 63.9

Trump Threatens to Revoke ABC and NBC Licenses Over Speech Refusal

On July 16, 2026, President Donald Trump delivered a primetime address repeating debunked 2020 election fraud claims. ABC and NBC declined to air it live, offering it on streaming platforms instead; CBS aired most of it with disclaimers. Trump threatened to revoke their broadcast licenses, alleging fraud and media collusion. Legal experts note the threats are meritless—networks don’t hold licenses, and the First Amendment protects editorial discretion. The incident escalates tensions between Trump and mainstream media.

5 reports · 3 sources

Judge blocks Trump ban on CNN, MSNBC, Politico; White House defies order

President Donald Trump banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House on September 18, 2026, accusing them of "fake news." Their press credentials were revoked and reporters denied entry. The outlets sued, citing First Amendment violations. On September 24, Judge Timothy Kelly issued a temporary restraining order restoring access for 14 days, finding the ban likely violated due process. The White House initially defied the order, barring reporters from a state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping, before eventually restoring access later that day.

184 reports · 14 sources · Updated Sep 25, 04:39 PM UTC

Judge blocks Trump ban on CNN, MSNBC, Politico; White House defies order

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Jimmy Kimmel moves Talarico interview to YouTube after FCC threats over equal time rule

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel announced his interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico would not air on ABC television due to threats from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) under the Trump administration, citing the equal time rule. The interview was instead posted to YouTube, garnering over 3.6 million views in 16 hours. The White House denied the allegations. This marks the second time in 2026 Talarico’s interview was bumped from a late-night show.

18 reports · 5 sources · Updated Sep 11, 08:09 PM UTC