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Trump Threatens to Revoke Licenses Over Negative Coverage

12/24/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to revoke broadcast licenses of major networks.
He said on Truth Social platform that licenses should be terminated if news coverage is predominantly negative.
Trump has a history of conflicts with late-night hosts and journalists, accusing them of bias.
The Trump administration advocates for free speech in Europe, claiming others are infringing on this right.

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to revoke broadcast licenses of major networks.
He said on Truth Social platform that licenses should be terminated if news coverage is predominantly negative.
Trump has a history of conflicts with late-night hosts and journalists, accusing them of bias.
The Trump administration advocates for free speech in Europe, claiming others are infringing on this right.