Brendan Carr.
American lawyer, FCC commissioner (born 1979)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 131
What's happening
Active this week
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Brendan Carr has opened an investigation into EchoStar.Some support1 report
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Brendan Carr serves as an operative for Trump at the FCC.Well supported16 reports
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Allegations link Anduril Industries to Pentagon contracts, prompting a Senator to demand an investigation into ABC News' media bias.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The Walt Disney Company is involved in discussions regarding FCC classification of The View, while Donald Trump and Jimmy Kimmel face criticism, and Brendan Carr is involved in media challenges and corporate takeovers.Well supported6 reports6 developments inside
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FCC Chair Brendan Carr urged action against Jimmy Kimmel, while the Trump administration barred news outlets, alongside new free speech discussions.Some support2 reports
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FCC Chair Brendan Carr deferred to an execution plan at Fort Hood.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump attacks hosts via regulatory pressure as Brendan Carr uses FCC power against ABC, and JD Vance leverages The View for political rebranding.Well supported7 reports5 developments inside
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ABC filed a lawsuit against the FCC over its license renewal process, accusing the commission of political pressure and bias.Well supported4 reports
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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr criticized ABC News' coverage decisions, actions reportedly driven by Donald Trump's dissatisfaction.Some support1 report
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António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, is associated with the Permanent Mission to the UN.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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Nexstar is buying Tegna to expand TV reach.Well supported13 reports
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The FCC, led by Chairman Brendan Carr, launched probes into ABC's diversity practices on May 29, 2026, with support from Donald Trump.Well supported44 reports4 developments inside
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Donald Trump sued CBS over alleged selective editing of quotes, and FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is reviewing the lawsuit.Some support5 reports1 development inside
One to three months ago
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Brendan Carr serves as the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.Well supported6 reports
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JD Vance appears as a guest on a show while FCC Chairman Brendan Carr seeks equal time rule exemptions for broadcasts.Some support1 report1 development inside
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FCC Chairman clarifies that Equal Time rules do not apply to cable broadcasts.Some support1 report
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Brendan Carr's counsel nomination requires Senate confirmation, coinciding with House legislation overlapping FCC hearings.Some support1 report
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The White House reacted to Jimmy Kimmel's criticism of FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, who was involved in threats against ABC affiliates in Texas.Some support1 report
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With Brendan Carr as FCC Chair, the organization is tracking how new rules affect trade show equipment, while Tommy Goodwin is ECA President.Some support1 report
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Under the leadership of Brendan Carr, the FCC is threatening license denial for non-compliance issues affecting Disney-owned TV stations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Amid FCC scrutiny, Kimmel referenced an alleged assassination attempt as Carr warned about potential FCC action.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump appointed Brendan Carr to the FCC and also mentioned the war with Iran.Some support1 report
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Kristen Welker spoke on NBC regarding presidential endorsement results, while Brendan Carr appeared on Fox News regarding media issues and endorsed Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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While serving as a commissioner for the FCC, Brendan Carr discussed the Iranian media landscape, comparing its approval ratings to the era of Richard Nixon.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The FCC invoked its power regarding the war in Iran, leading to the banning of AP reporters.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump endorsed several candidates (Ogles, Mills, Jones) while also threatening FCC action against media outlets.Some support1 report
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With Brendan Carr appointed FCC Chairman, Donald Trump has threatened to pull broadcast licenses.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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The FCC chairman is appointed who is under review for alleged biased moderation and acts on his impulses.Some support3 reports
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Dan McGrath cited agency records regarding Brendan Carr's access.Some support1 report
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Appointments have been made for Brendan Carr and Peter Navarro to enact the worst parts of Project 2025, focusing on border and immigration policies affecting Mexico.Some support1 report
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Brendan Carr is investigating ABC Television Network's talk show for rule violations, while the Trump administration pressures the FCC regarding the network's license renewal.Well supported5 reports4 developments inside
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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr targeted Jimmy Kimmel over political comments.Some support3 reports
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The FCC is probing ABC's parent company Disney regarding the status of The View, while Brendan Carr discusses the matter as FCC Chairman.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Disney sued the FCC over a broadcast license review, while Brendan Carr serves as FCC Chairman.Well supported5 reports
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The FCC and Brendan Carr are involved in trade deadlines and retaliation over satire, alongside discussions involving Netanyahu and Gaza ceasefire talks.Some support2 reports
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Cox Media Group is lobbying for looser radio ownership rules, engaging with FCC figures including Carr and Gomez.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump and Brendan Carr stated that current policies are delivering great results for Americans.Some support2 reports
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Carr's counsel attended Columbus School of Law, while Gomez criticized Trump, and Trump appointed new counsel for Carr.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Trump appointed Brendan Carr to the FCC, where he served alongside Anna Gomez.Some support2 reports
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Ted Cruz expresses skepticism regarding a proposed cap change related to regulatory efforts championed by Brendan Carr.Some support2 reports
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Brendan Carr seeks to repeal outdated ownership caps while noting that platforms like Netflix, TikTok, and YouTube dominate modern information flow.Some support1 report1 development inside
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FCC commission, influenced by Congress, repealed the 39% cap on commission fees, a vote led by Brendan Carr.Some support2 reports
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Tech companies are facing challenges to traditional broadcast market share, while the FCC commission includes Chairman Brendan Carr and Gomez.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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FCC adjusts rules to compete with digital powers, approved by Chair Brendan Carr.Well supported4 reports
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Regulatory tensions escalate as Brendan Carr and Gomez vote opposing sides, leading Free Press to sue over Carr's actions aligned with Trump's allies.Some support11 reports2 developments inside
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EFF warns FCC about privacy risks related to ongoing government proposals and data collection practices.Some support1 report
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FCC changes aim to help compete against big tech, leading Free Press to sue the commission over regulatory actions involving Carr and Gomez.Well supported3 reports
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Congress created the E-Rate program, which is currently being reviewed by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Following demands from advocacy groups, the FCC Chairman called for an early review of ABC's network licenses.Well supported147 reports
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Due to presidential criticism of Jimmy Kimmel and investigations into corporate policies, Brendan Carr initiated an early review of ABC's broadcast licenses.Some support4 reports
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ABC is undergoing an FCC review of its broadcast schedule led by Brendan Carr.Well supported14 reports
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Buddy Carter asked Brendan Carr to review broadcast decisions after ABC and CBS declined or cut away from speech.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Commentators Brendan Carr, Buck Sexton, and Clay Travis discussed media mergers, regulatory tension, and American exceptionalism on July 20, 2026.Some support1 report
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Following a Supreme Court ruling allowing agency head removal, FCC official Brendan Carr advocated for such changes in policy.Well supported4 reports
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Olivia Trusty offered a review of her time at the FCC, while Brendan Carr led the agency for 18 months.Well supported4 reports
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Brendan Carr led an inquiry into a network's political guest practices.Some support2 reports
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An executive order has withheld federal funding from PBS, and the FCC Chair is probing PBS corporate partnerships.Well supported6 reports
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Brendan Carr publicly criticized Jimmy Kimmel's remarks amid ongoing regulatory changes affecting the media and entertainment industry.Some support2 reports
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The FCC is involved in a matter concerning both Anna Gomez and Brendan Carr, with the court judgment having originated in the District of Columbia.Some support2 reports
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Investigations launched in 2014 regarding the application of the equal time rule and a probe into ABC's owned station.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Brendan Carr
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News at the entities that move Brendan Carr most-
Donald Trump StructuralDonald Trump is scheduled to hold a campaign rally in Sioux City, Iowa, at Sioux Gateway Airport.Moves Brendan Carr
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senate StructuralThe Senate confirmed appointments, while a minister recommended addressing the succession gap in Tinubu's administration.Moves Brendan Carr
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Federal Election Commission StructuralJanelle Bynum's and Andrea Salinas' campaigns filed reports with the Federal Election Commission.Moves Brendan Carr
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Charlie Kirk OperationalActivist Charlie Kirk topped search trends in 2025, according to recent data.Moves Brendan Carr
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Warner Bros. Discovery StructuralParamount Skydance continued its buyout of WBD, while the CEO blamed Jordan Brand for sales shortfalls amid streaming competition.Moves Brendan Carr
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Federal Trade Commission StructuralThe Federal Trade Commission blocked the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons due to concerns over market power.Moves Brendan Carr
Connections
The 40 strongest of 131, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Federal Communications Commission Structural
Brendan Carr serves as the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, exercising regulatory authority and leading agency investigations.
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Donald Trump Structural
Donald Trump formally appointed Brendan Carr to lead the FCC, utilizing his political authority to direct Carr's regulatory actions and advance his ideological agenda.
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Jimmy Kimmel Operational
Carr, as FCC Chairman, uses regulatory authority to pressure Kimmel over controversial remarks, while Kimmel publicly critiques Carr's actions.
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ABC Structural
Brendan Carr, as FCC Chairman, exercises formal regulatory authority over ABC's broadcast licenses and operational practices, leading to ongoing legal and regulatory challenges.
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Warner Bros. Discovery Structural
The relationship is defined by the individual serving as the FCC Chair, whose actions regulate the company's operational environment.
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Federal Election Commission Structural
Brendan Carr serves as the leadership chair of the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
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James Talarico Operational
Talarico and Carr are engaged in public conflict regarding media regulation, alleged hoaxes, and interview conduct.
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senate Structural
Brendan Carr's counsel nomination requires formal confirmation by the Senate.
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Charlie Kirk Operational
Charlie Kirk's death and remarks precipitated Brendan Carr's regulatory threats and media pressure.
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Federal Trade Commission Structural
Brendan Carr holds a senior leadership and counsel position within the Federal Trade Commission, defining his functional role.
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NBC Structural
Brendan Carr is conducting regulatory probes into NBC regarding broadcast license standards and public interest compliance.
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Anna Gomez Operational
Anna Gomez and Brendan Carr serve on the FCC, engaging in direct conflict over regulatory standards and proposals.
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ABC Entertainment Structural
ABC Entertainment is currently subject to potential regulatory action from the FCC, which Brendan Carr chairs.
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ABC News Operational
Brendan Carr, as FCC Chairman, actively regulates and criticizes ABC News's coverage decisions, while ABC News reports on his regulatory probes.
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Comcast Structural
Brendan Carr is leading an ongoing regulatory investigation into Comcast's diversity and inclusion practices.
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Project 2025 Structural
Brendan Carr was appointed to carry out the elements of Project 2025.
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Maria Bartiromo Operational
Brendan Carr and Maria Bartiromo regularly engage in professional interviews and commentary on Fox Business Network.
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CBS Studios Structural
Brendan Carr holds formal oversight and approval authority over CBS Studios' corporate decisions, including major legal and production matters.
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Consumer Technology Association Operational
Brendan Carr serves as FCC Chair, a role that functionally represents the interests of the technology industry.
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ABC News Operational
Brendan Carr actively challenges and threatens the operational status and licenses of ABC News through public commentary and regulatory actions.
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T-Mobile Structural
T-Mobile is formally regulated by Brendan Carr in his capacity as FCC Chair, requiring approval for major deals.
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Kristen Welker Operational
Brendan Carr suggested actions against Kristen Welker and her colleagues.
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Beijing Shared context
A's professional sphere, influenced by the FCC, is the source of policy actions targeting B's geopolitical entity.
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Nexstar Media Group Operational
Brendan Carr has been involved in Nexstar's acquisitions and actively challenges regulatory rules impacting the company's reach.
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Congress Structural
Congress uses legislation to support the regulatory goals and functions associated with Brendan Carr.
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KABC Operational
The regulatory and political sphere connected to A exerts pressure on KABC's network programming operations.
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SpaceX Structural
Brendan Carr's agency is noted to oversee deal approval for SpaceX.
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CNBC Operational
Brendan Carr provides market commentary and analysis as a guest on the CNBC platform.
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Elizabeth Warren Operational
Elizabeth Warren, as a Senator, calls upon and urges the FCC Chairman, Brendan Carr, to review specific foreign investment and merger matters.
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Adam Schiff Operational
Schiff, acting as a Senator, actively pressures FCC Chairman Carr to review foreign investments and pause merger reviews.
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Olivia Trusty Structural
Both entities serve as colleagues on the FCC Commission and share responsibility for approving mandated cybersecurity standards.
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Gomez Operational
The relationship is defined by active political conflict, including opposing votes and disagreements over regulatory policy.
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Fox News Operational
Carr engages with Fox News through both active critique of its broadcasts and by appearing on its platform.
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Tegna Structural
Carr's regulatory plans regarding the FCC are cited as a factor influencing the merger evaluation involving Tegna.
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National Association of Broadcasters Operational
NAB and Brendan Carr jointly assert agency authority regarding ownership caps in the broadcasting industry.
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Matt Wood Transactional
Wood has publicly criticized the professional actions of Brendan Carr.
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ESPN Operational
Brendan Carr actively defends ESPN's interview practices against regulatory scrutiny, including FCC rules.
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Cox Media Group Operational
Cox Media Group incorporates and operates based on the arguments put forth by Brendan Carr.
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Buddy Carter Structural
Buddy Carter formally requested Brendan Carr to perform a review of broadcast decisions.
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Center for American Rights Structural
The advocacy group seeks to influence the agenda of the FCC commissioner.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
5 events- Brendan Carr has opened an investigation into EchoStar.
- Allegations link Anduril Industries to Pentagon contracts, prompting a Senator to demand an investigation into ABC News' media bias.
- FCC Chair Brendan Carr urged action against Jimmy Kimmel, while the Trump administration barred news outlets, alongside new free speech discussions.
- FCC Chair Brendan Carr deferred to an execution plan at Fort Hood.
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr criticized ABC News' coverage decisions, actions reportedly driven by Donald Trump's dissatisfaction.
September 2026
9 events- Brendan Carr serves as the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.
- FCC Chairman clarifies that Equal Time rules do not apply to cable broadcasts.
- Brendan Carr's counsel nomination requires Senate confirmation, coinciding with House legislation overlapping FCC hearings.
- The White House reacted to Jimmy Kimmel's criticism of FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, who was involved in threats against ABC affiliates in Texas.
- With Brendan Carr as FCC Chair, the organization is tracking how new rules affect trade show equipment, while Tommy Goodwin is ECA President.
- Amid FCC scrutiny, Kimmel referenced an alleged assassination attempt as Carr warned about potential FCC action.
- Donald Trump appointed Brendan Carr to the FCC and also mentioned the war with Iran.
- Kristen Welker spoke on NBC regarding presidential endorsement results, while Brendan Carr appeared on Fox News regarding media issues and endorsed Donald Trump.
- The FCC invoked its power regarding the war in Iran, leading to the banning of AP reporters.
August 2026
22 events- ABC filed a lawsuit against the FCC over its license renewal process, accusing the commission of political pressure and bias.
- Under the leadership of Brendan Carr, the FCC is threatening license denial for non-compliance issues affecting Disney-owned TV stations.
- While serving as a commissioner for the FCC, Brendan Carr discussed the Iranian media landscape, comparing its approval ratings to the era of Richard Nixon.
- Donald Trump endorsed several candidates (Ogles, Mills, Jones) while also threatening FCC action against media outlets.
- The FCC chairman is appointed who is under review for alleged biased moderation and acts on his impulses.
- Dan McGrath cited agency records regarding Brendan Carr's access.
- Appointments have been made for Brendan Carr and Peter Navarro to enact the worst parts of Project 2025, focusing on border and immigration policies affecting Mexico.
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr targeted Jimmy Kimmel over political comments.
- Disney sued the FCC over a broadcast license review, while Brendan Carr serves as FCC Chairman.
- The FCC and Brendan Carr are involved in trade deadlines and retaliation over satire, alongside discussions involving Netanyahu and Gaza ceasefire talks.
- Cox Media Group is lobbying for looser radio ownership rules, engaging with FCC figures including Carr and Gomez.
- Donald Trump and Brendan Carr stated that current policies are delivering great results for Americans.
- Carr's counsel attended Columbus School of Law, while Gomez criticized Trump, and Trump appointed new counsel for Carr.
- Trump appointed Brendan Carr to the FCC, where he served alongside Anna Gomez.
- Ted Cruz expresses skepticism regarding a proposed cap change related to regulatory efforts championed by Brendan Carr.
- Brendan Carr seeks to repeal outdated ownership caps while noting that platforms like Netflix, TikTok, and YouTube dominate modern information flow.
- FCC commission, influenced by Congress, repealed the 39% cap on commission fees, a vote led by Brendan Carr.
- Tech companies are facing challenges to traditional broadcast market share, while the FCC commission includes Chairman Brendan Carr and Gomez.
- FCC adjusts rules to compete with digital powers, approved by Chair Brendan Carr.
- Regulatory tensions escalate as Brendan Carr and Gomez vote opposing sides, leading Free Press to sue over Carr's actions aligned with Trump's allies.
- EFF warns FCC about privacy risks related to ongoing government proposals and data collection practices.
- FCC changes aim to help compete against big tech, leading Free Press to sue the commission over regulatory actions involving Carr and Gomez.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
8 events- Congress created the E-Rate program, which is currently being reviewed by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.
- Following demands from advocacy groups, the FCC Chairman called for an early review of ABC's network licenses.
- Due to presidential criticism of Jimmy Kimmel and investigations into corporate policies, Brendan Carr initiated an early review of ABC's broadcast licenses.
- ABC is undergoing an FCC review of its broadcast schedule led by Brendan Carr.
- Buddy Carter asked Brendan Carr to review broadcast decisions after ABC and CBS declined or cut away from speech.
- Commentators Brendan Carr, Buck Sexton, and Clay Travis discussed media mergers, regulatory tension, and American exceptionalism on July 20, 2026.
- Olivia Trusty offered a review of her time at the FCC, while Brendan Carr led the agency for 18 months.
- Brendan Carr led an inquiry into a network's political guest practices.
June 2026
16 events- Brendan Carr serves as an operative for Trump at the FCC.
- The Walt Disney Company is involved in discussions regarding FCC classification of The View, while Donald Trump and Jimmy Kimmel face criticism, and Brendan Carr is involved in media challenges and corporate takeovers.
- Donald Trump attacks hosts via regulatory pressure as Brendan Carr uses FCC power against ABC, and JD Vance leverages The View for political rebranding.
- António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, is associated with the Permanent Mission to the UN.
- Nexstar is buying Tegna to expand TV reach.
- The FCC, led by Chairman Brendan Carr, launched probes into ABC's diversity practices on May 29, 2026, with support from Donald Trump.
- Donald Trump sued CBS over alleged selective editing of quotes, and FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is reviewing the lawsuit.
- JD Vance appears as a guest on a show while FCC Chairman Brendan Carr seeks equal time rule exemptions for broadcasts.
- With Brendan Carr appointed FCC Chairman, Donald Trump has threatened to pull broadcast licenses.
- Brendan Carr is investigating ABC Television Network's talk show for rule violations, while the Trump administration pressures the FCC regarding the network's license renewal.
- The FCC is probing ABC's parent company Disney regarding the status of The View, while Brendan Carr discusses the matter as FCC Chairman.
- Following a Supreme Court ruling allowing agency head removal, FCC official Brendan Carr advocated for such changes in policy.
- An executive order has withheld federal funding from PBS, and the FCC Chair is probing PBS corporate partnerships.
- Brendan Carr publicly criticized Jimmy Kimmel's remarks amid ongoing regulatory changes affecting the media and entertainment industry.
- The FCC is involved in a matter concerning both Anna Gomez and Brendan Carr, with the court judgment having originated in the District of Columbia.
- Investigations launched in 2014 regarding the application of the equal time rule and a probe into ABC's owned station.