Trump FCC kills TV ownership cap, claiming authority over limit set by Congress
Summary
Ars Technica reports that the FCC voted 2-1 to eliminate the national TV ownership cap (39% of TV households) and replace it with a case-by-case merger review. The move is advocated by FCC chair Brendan Carr as a way to boost local investment and news, but critics warn that Congress set the limit and only Congress can change it, potentially enabling greater consolidation and influence by large broadcasters. Free Press and others plan to challenge the decision in court.