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FCC Chairman Warns Broadcasters on Iran Coverage Risks

3/15/2026

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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned broadcasters they could lose licenses if their Iran coverage misaligned with the administration.
The comments followed U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing media reports about the war in Iran.
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Brian Schatz condemned Carr's remarks as unconstitutional, undermining First Amendment protections.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said portrayals of the war were unsatisfactory.

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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned broadcasters they could lose licenses if their Iran coverage misaligned with the administration.
The comments followed U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing media reports about the war in Iran.
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Brian Schatz condemned Carr's remarks as unconstitutional, undermining First Amendment protections.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said portrayals of the war were unsatisfactory.