FCC Watchdog Probing New Trump-Era Rules That Aided Right-Wing Network Sinclair
CRONYISM?
An internal probe is looking into whether Sinclair’s purchase of Tribune Media was intentionally aided by the new rules.
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The Federal Communications Commission’s internal watchdog is looking into whether chairman Ajit Pai intentionally pushed for new regulations that made it easier for Sinclair, a right-leaning TV network, to buy Tribune Media. Before the $3.9 billion deal, the FCC approved regulations allowing for increased consolidation among TV broadcasters. Pai’s spokesman has denied allegations of wrongdoing.
