JOURNAL ARTICLE

Why Trump Can't Revoke NBC and ABC News' Licenses.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Burga, Solcyré 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on President Donald Trump's calls for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revoke the broadcast licenses of ABC and NBC News, which he accuses of biased coverage against Republicans and conservatives. However, the FCC’s authority is limited by the First Amendment and federal law, preventing it from revoking licenses based on content or political disagreement. Past FCC chairs have emphasized these legal constraints, while the current chair has shown support for Trump’s position. The article also notes Trump’s broader legal actions against media organizations and concerns from experts that such pressures may undermine press freedoms and encourage self-censorship.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:187535594
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