Ex-FCC chairs say Brendan Carr aims to scare broadcasters into self-censorship.
FCC chair warns media not to run the "fake polls" Trump keeps complaining about
In short
The FCC chair warns media outlets against running "fake polls" that Trump frequently criticizes, with former FCC chair Brendan Carr suggesting pressure to self-censor. This follows Trump's criticism of such polls.
Key points
- Media outlets should avoid "fake polls" that Trump criticizes.: Media outlets should avoid "fake polls" that Trump criticizes.
- FCC chair intends to pressure broadcasters into self-censorship.: FCC chair intends to pressure broadcasters into self-censorship.
- Trump criticizes media outlets for running "fake polls.": Trump criticizes media outlets for running "fake polls."