FCC warns broadcasters they may lose licenses over alleged biased coverage of U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned broadcasters they could lose their licenses if they continue what he called misleading coverage of the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, citing concerns over misinformation and failure to serve the public interest. His remarks, echoed by former President Donald Trump, targeted major outlets like The New York Times and Wall Street Journal, accusing them of spreading "fake news" and undermining national security. The FCC, which regulates over-the-air broadcast stations but not online or print media, emphasized its authority to enforce public interest standards, though legal experts and lawmakers warned the move risks press freedom and government overreach. The threat comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and declining public trust in media, with critics calling the actions unprecedented and politically motivated.