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FCC Moves to Revise TV Ratings Amid Gender Identity Debate

4/23/2026

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The Federal Communications Commission, under U.S. President Donald Trump, seeks to revise the TV ratings to flag programming that discusses gender identity.
The agency says parents are concerned about such topics in children's shows without disclosure.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr has threatened networks to align with administration's views.
The move has drawn criticism from Republicans who oppose government overreach.
GOP lawmakers continue to target media for promotion of transgender ideology.

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The Federal Communications Commission, under U.S. President Donald Trump, seeks to revise the TV ratings to flag programming that discusses gender identity.
The agency says parents are concerned about such topics in children's shows without disclosure.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr has threatened networks to align with administration's views.
The move has drawn criticism from Republicans who oppose government overreach.
GOP lawmakers continue to target media for promotion of transgender ideology.