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At House Hearing, FCC Chairman Continues To Defend Authority To Enforce “Public Interest Standard” – Whatever That Is (Analysis)

Carr testified before a House subcommittee, defending the FCC’s use of the public interest standard.
Democrats argued the standard is vague and could police speech, urging a narrower role for the agency.
Carr argued broadcasters must operate in the public interest while acknowledging limited FCC authority over cable.
The hearing included comparisons to political pressure on newsrooms and debates over content policing.
Carr referenced past investigations into networks and commentary as within FCC oversight.
Democratic lawmaker Gomez urged returning to infrastructure support rather than content policing.
The discussion highlighted a long-running debate about what the public interest standard should mean for broadcasters.
Carr cited examples of lawmakers pressuring broadcasters as context for his warnings to networks.
Carr acknowledged the ongoing investigations into a Bay Area radio station and other matters.
The hearing underscored the central question of how the public interest standard should operate in the modern media landscape.

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