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Republican Coalition Fights to Preserve TV Ownership Cap

2/10/2026

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On February 9, 2026, a coalition of 40 Republican lawmakers urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to maintain the 39% national television ownership cap.
They warned that lifting the cap would cause consolidation, harming local news and raising costs.
They noted that only Congress can change the cap and opposed any FCC action undermining localism and competition.
The Nexstar-Tegna merger would dominate 80% of U.S. households and faces opposition.

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On February 9, 2026, a coalition of 40 Republican lawmakers urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to maintain the 39% national television ownership cap.
They warned that lifting the cap would cause consolidation, harming local news and raising costs.
They noted that only Congress can change the cap and opposed any FCC action undermining localism and competition.
The Nexstar-Tegna merger would dominate 80% of U.S. households and faces opposition.