Federal Communications Commission Pursuing Trump's Anti-Media Agenda
In a series of recent events, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has found itself at the centre of a media storm. The controversy began when FCC Chair Brendan Fraser, who has been notably involved in activities related to press censorship and media control, took action against Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!".
Brendan Fraser, who became Commissioner in 2017 and officially started working at the FCC in 2012, has been a key figure in the Trump administration's efforts to exert control over the media. This was further highlighted by his co-authorship of Trump's Heritage Foundation Project 2025 in 2023, which targeted media corporations critical of former President Donald Trump.
The incident in question involved Jimmy Kimmel mocking Republicans, specifically Charlie Kirk. Following this, Kimmel's show was suspended indefinitely, leading many to believe that the decision was a result of pressure from FCC Chair Brendan Fraser.
Fraser discussed this matter on Benny Johnson's podcast, fuelling speculation about his involvement. Fellow FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez has accused Fraser of misusing the law to silence speech that President Trump opposes.
Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, have called for FCC Chair Brendan Fraser to resign, labelling the situation as censorship. The post "FCC Carrying Out Trump's War on Media" was published by American Urban Radio Networks, reflecting the public sentiment.
The suspension of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" is not the only instance where Fraser's actions have raised concerns. He has warned broadcasters about criticizing President Donald Trump, implying that their licenses could be at risk. This has led to the FCC being perceived as Trump's culture war police.
AURN White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris has reported extensively on this issue, providing insight into the ongoing developments. As the situation continues to unfold, it is clear that FCC Chair Brendan Fraser's actions are reshaping the FCC and raising important questions about media freedom and censorship in the United States.
Stay updated by following @E_N_McMorris and @aurnonline for more news on this developing story.
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