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Netgear and Eero gain exemptions from FCC foreign router ban
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The Federal Communications Commission has granted exemptions to Netgear and Eero from its ban on new foreign-made Wi-Fi routers. The move follows the original March 23 order that targeted devices with manufacturing or design outside the United States. Firmware updates for existing models will continue until at least January 1, 2029.
ABC and its Houston station KTRK-TV have asked the Federal Communications Commission to reaffirm that “The View” qualifies for an exemption from the agency’s political “equal opportunities” (often called “equal time”) rules, arguing the FCC’s current approach risks chilling constitutionally protected speech.
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FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez has called for a thorough review of foreign investments in Paramount's proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The deal would result in 49.5% foreign ownership, including significant stakes from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi. Gomez expressed concerns over national security and press freedom.
The Federal Communications Commission issued guidance on January 21, 2026, stating that late-night and daytime television talk shows may not qualify for exemptions from the equal time rule when featuring political interviews. This could require broadcasters to provide equal airtime to opposing candidates. The move has drawn criticism from Democratic commissioner Anna Gomez as an attempt to censor speech.
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Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has dismissed a bipartisan petition from former FCC leaders urging the repeal of the agency's 1960s-era news distortion policy. In a sharp response on X, Carr affirmed that the FCC will continue enforcing the rule to hold broadcasters accountable. The policy, rarely used historically, has drawn criticism for potentially chilling free speech and enabling partisan interference.