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FCC Notice Sparks Fears of Censorship in Media

2/7/2026

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a notice critics say could lead to censorship of satire and political commentary.
Analysts warn that increasing corporate ownership of media could worsen this risk, mirroring trends seen in Hungary and Russia.
The notice suggests that daytime and late-night programs such as The View and Jimmy Kimmel Live may not be exempt from equal airtime rules.

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a notice critics say could lead to censorship of satire and political commentary.
Analysts warn that increasing corporate ownership of media could worsen this risk, mirroring trends seen in Hungary and Russia.
The notice suggests that daytime and late-night programs such as The View and Jimmy Kimmel Live may not be exempt from equal airtime rules.