FCC's Sole Democratic Commissioner Uncertain About Potential Dismissal by Trump
Anna Gomez, the last Democratic commissioner at the FCC, faces an uncertain future amid political tensions and accusations of censorship under President Trump and FCC Chair Brendan Carr. As the federal workforce shrinks, her role underscores challenges in maintaining independent voices in government.
June 9 Evening Cable News Ratings Highlight Jesse Watters as Top Viewer Choice
Monday night's cable news ratings on June 9 showed Jesse Watters as the most-watched host, with networks benefiting from high viewership due to the LA unrest coverage. This event continued to capture audience interest and boosted ratings for cable news channels.
Evening Cable News Ratings on Sunday, June 8: L.A. Protests Boost Viewership
Fox News Channel dominated evening cable news ratings on June 8, driven by increased viewership due to Los Angeles demonstrations. The events sparked a rise in audience engagement, positioning FNC ahead of its cable rivals comfortably.
Saturday Night Cable News Ratings: CNN Surpasses Fox News in Primetime with George Clooney Boost
On Saturday evening, June 7, CNN's primetime ratings surpassed Fox News thanks to a boost from George Clooney, although Fox News still led in overall daily viewership.
OneFox Enhances Audience Targeting Through Partnerships with TransUnion and Experian
OneFox strengthens its audience targeting by integrating data from TransUnion and Experian. This collaboration extends targeting coverage across Fox properties, providing advertisers with improved options to reach their desired audiences effectively.
Google Shareholder Challenges TikTok Ban in Legal Battle
Tony Tan, a Silicon Valley software engineer and Google shareholder, is suing the company over its involvement in the TikTok ban. He frames his legal battle as a fight to uphold the rule of law, challenging both Google and the Trump administration's actions.
Glean, an Enterprise AI Startup, Secures $150M in Series F Funding at a $7.2B Valuation
Enterprise AI startup Glean has raised $150 million in a Series F funding round, reaching a valuation of $7.2 billion only nine months after its last raise, signaling strong investor confidence and rapid growth in the AI work assistant sector.
CBS Evening News Shows Weekly Growth Amid Competition, World News Tonight Maintains Top Spot
During the week of June 2, CBS Evening News saw an increase in its weekly ratings. Meanwhile, World News Tonight secured its position as the top-rated evening news program in both key measured categories, maintaining a strong lead over other shows including those from Paramount.
Week of June 2 Morning News Ratings: GMA and Today Shows Experience Viewership Changes
In the week of June 2, all three morning news programs saw a drop in their ratings compared to the previous week. Notably, the demographic viewer difference between GMA and Today has decreased to 65,000, indicating a closer competition between the two shows.
June 6 Evening Cable News Ratings: 'The Five' Leads in Viewership, 'Jesse Watters Primetime' Tops Demo
On the evening of June 6, cable news ratings highlighted 'The Five' as having the most total viewers, with 'Jesse Watters Primetime' excelling in demographic ratings. This reflects strong audience engagement for both shows in their respective performance metrics.
Secret Deal Revealed: Airlines Selling Passenger Data to DHS
A contract uncovered by 404 Media reveals that an airline-owned data broker sold detailed passenger data to the Department of Homeland Security, with a clause preventing the government from publicly acknowledging the sale.
News Networks' Coverage of the L.A. Immigration Protests
Major news networks have been extensively covering the L.A. immigration protests and the related unrest since the weekend, highlighting the different aspects and impacts of the demonstrations.
Scott Pelley and Anderson Cooper Debate CBS News' Response to Possible Trump Settlement
Scott Pelley and Anderson Cooper discussed the implications of CBS News potentially settling with Donald Trump. Pelley highlighted that apologizing to the Trump administration might harm CBS News' credibility.
KSBW Boosts Local News Leadership in Salinas and Central Coast
KSBW, the NBC affiliate in Salinas, continues to lead the local news ratings on California's Central Coast, solidifying its position as the dominant news provider in the area.
Warner Bros. Discovery Announced Plans for Company Split
Warner Bros. Discovery President and CEO David Zaslav revealed plans for the company to be divided into two distinct companies, marking a significant organizational change.
Warner Bros. Discovery Announced Plans for Company Split
Warner Bros. Discovery President and CEO David Zaslav revealed plans for the company to be divided into two distinct companies, marking a significant organizational change.
Gears of War: E-Day Set for 2026 Release, Marking a Milestone for Xbox
Microsoft's Gears of War: E-Day is scheduled for release in 2026, coinciding with significant Xbox anniversaries. Developed by The Coalition, E-Day explores the origins of the Locust conflict and stars Marcus Fenix. Alongside this, Gears of War: Reloaded remaster launches August 26 with enhanced features. Xbox also teased new Forza and a classic franchise return.
Coinbase Sponsor Highlights Political Ties at Bitcoin Conference
Coinbase, a major player in the cryptocurrency market, announced its sponsorship of America250 at the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas, amidst panels featuring Republican leaders and political operatives tied to Donald Trump's 2024 campaign.
Senate Bill Could Halt State AI Laws, Undermining Consumer Protections
A proposed ten-year ban on state-level AI regulations in a Senate budget package drives debate between easing business regulations and the risk of removing vital consumer protections. Critics argue it could leave Big Tech unregulated at the state level without federal safeguards, jeopardizing protections for consumers and workers.
FCC Reduced to Two Commissioners, Hindering Decision-Making
The FCC is operating with only two commissioners, Republican Brendan Carr and Democrat Anna Gomez, following the resignation of two members. This leaves the agency without the quorum needed for major decisions on broadband, mergers, and spectrum auctions, causing a deadlock. A nominee awaits Senate confirmation to fill the vacancy.