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The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules

The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality

The FCC has been threatening to rip up local TV station ownership rules and now it's gone and done it, according to a report by Deadline.

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FCC opens door to larger local broadcast ownership groups

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FCC plows ahead with scrapping TV ownership cap

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FCC votes to repeal TV station ownership cap amid Nexstar-Tegna merger

In a 2-1 vote, the FCC rolled back a rule that had limited the number of TV stations a company can own; the decision is expected to face legal challenges.

Atlanta Journal-Constitution · 12h

Atlanta TV stations could see changes under new FCC rule

Axios · 12h

FCC votes to lift broadcast ownership cap

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FCC votes to ax rule limiting local TV station ownership

According to CNN, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said each new deal would be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, with the commission examining whether the new acquisitions would serve the "public good."

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FCC ends 39% local TV station ownership cap

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FCC repeals national TV station ownership cap in 2-1 vote

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FCC Votes To Completely Change Local Media Landscape And Some Are Incensed

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to repeal the national TV ownership limit on Thursday, sparking anger and pushback, as plans are being made to take the decision straight to court. The decision,

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