FCC chief warns broadcasters over 'fake news' amid Trump’s Iran coverage critique

FCC Chair Brendan Carr warned broadcasters they could lose licenses for ‘hoaxes and news distortions,’ echoing President Trump’s criticisms of Iran-war coverage. The FCC issues licenses to individual stations (not networks) and says it cannot censor broadcast content, highlighting tension between regulatory oversight and First Amendment protections as officials weigh media coverage of the conflict.