- Senator Ted Cruz has issued a warning to conservatives regarding a push for censorship by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) targeting media outlets like ABC.
- This warning comes in response to FCC Chair Brendan Carr’s threats to revoke ABC’s broadcast license due to false statements made by talk show host Jimmy Kimmel.
- Cruz emphasizes that such actions could establish a troubling precedent of censorship by the FCC, which may have broader implications for media freedom.
- He cautions that conservatives might experience future regrets if this approach to handling misinformation leads to increased government control over content.
- The incident highlights ongoing tensions between political figures, the media, and regulatory bodies concerning the limits of free speech and the role of censorship.
- Cruz’s remarks underscore the need for a careful consideration of the potential long-term consequences of government intervention in media content.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/cruz-warns-conservatives-will-regret-fcc-censorship-push-against-abc-other-media-outlets)
