Federal Communications Commission

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent agency of the United States government that regulates communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable across the United States. The FCC maintains jurisdiction over the areas of broadband access, fair competition, radio frequency use, media responsibility, public safety, and homeland security.

Quotes

• The right of broadcasters to speak freely is rooted in the First Amendment. Threats against broadcast stations for airing content that conflicts with the government’s views are dangerous and undermine the fundamental principle of free speech.
  • Jessica Rosenworcel, the FCC chair, according toFlorida is threatening to prosecute TV stations over an abortion rights ad. The FCC chief calls it ‘dangerous’ (October 8, 2024)