House Hearing Debates FCC Chair's Role and Media Regulation under Trump Era

During a House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing, Democratic lawmakers accused FCC Chairman Brendan Carr of abusing his authority to suppress free speech and align the FCC with former President Donald Trump's political interests. They alleged the agency intimidates media outlets and reshapes broadcast rules to favor corporate allies, threatening press freedom and First Amendment rights. Carr defended his actions as serving the public interest, while Republicans supported deregulation efforts, highlighting concerns over the FCC's independence and role.