Trump FCC Pick Writes Bob Iger on ‘Erosion in Public Trust’: CNN

December 23, 2024, 10:17 PM UTC

President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for FCC Chair Brendan Carr wrote to Disney CEO Bob Iger saying Americans no longer trust the national news media to report fully, accurately, and fairly, CNN reports, citing the letter.

  • Carr questioned Disney-owned ABC’s stance in negotiations with owners of local broadcast TV stations, according to CNN
  • Carr raised a concern about Disney prioritizing streaming services at the expense of local and freely accessible stations, CNN says
  • A spokesperson for ABC did not immediately respond to a request for comment, CNN reports

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