FCC Chair Brushes Off Late-Night Host Outrage Over Latest Policy Push Amid Controversy
FCC Chair Brendan Carr has dismissed criticism from late-night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel over the agency's latest policy push, downplaying their comments as 'entertainment.
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr is dismissing criticism from late-night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel over the agency's latest policy push, which has sparked outrage among some in the media industry. The FCC's announcement has raised concerns about increased regulation and potential restrictions on free speech. Despite the backlash, Carr remains committed to advancing the agency's goals, including promoting broadband accessibility and digital equity. He is pushing forward with the new policies despite the criticism from high-profile commentators like Colbert and Kimmel.