#BrendanCarr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses over negative war coverage in Iran, sparking accusations of media intimidation. Critics say this move echoes
#DonaldTrump's attempts to control press narratives.
#MediaFreedom #Iran
The unprecedented action by FCC Chair
#BrendanCarr contrasts with past administrations, like
#GeorgeWBush, who faced criticism during the Iraq War without resort...
https://instagr.am/p/DV_Ig4zEsYT/ 
voteinorout on Instagram: "#BrendanCarr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses over negative war coverage in Iran, sparking accusations of media intimidation. Critics say this move echoes #DonaldTrump's attempts to control press narratives. #MediaFreedom #Iran
The unprecedented action by FCC Chair #BrendanCarr contrasts with past administrations, like #GeorgeWBush, who faced criticism during the Iraq War without resorting to such measures. The current situation involves unclear motives in Iran, with reported American casualties and growing concerns over press freedom.
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The Trump Admin is threatening media outlets that cover the Iran War.
If you don’t want to be called a fascist - don’t do fascist stuff. Follow @timfullerton for more.
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58 likes, 1 comments - voteinorout on March 17, 2026: "#BrendanCarr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses over negative war coverage in Iran, sparking accusations of media intimidation. Critics say this move echoes #DonaldTrump's attempts to control press narratives. #MediaFreedom #Iran
The unprecedented action by FCC Chair #BrendanCarr contrasts with past administrations, like #GeorgeWBush, who faced criticism during the Iraq War without resorting to such measures. The current situation involves unclear motives in Iran, with reported American casualties and growing concerns over press freedom.
—
The Trump Admin is threatening media outlets that cover the Iran War.
If you don’t want to be called a fascist - don’t do fascist stuff. Follow @timfullerton for more.
Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson".
Democracy Report 2026: Unraveling The Democratic Era?
"The speed with which American democracy is currently dismantled is unprecedented in modern history."
| University of Gothenburg, V-Dem
Institute, 10th Edition https://www.v-dem.net/documents/75/V-Dem_Institute_Democracy_Report_2026_lowres.pdf #USA #Democracy #autocracy #autocratization #freedomOfExpression #mediaFreedom
#BrendanCarr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses over negative war coverage in Iran, sparking accusations of media intimidation. Critics say this move echoes
#DonaldTrump's attempts to control press narratives.
#MediaFreedom #Iran
The unprecedented action by FCC Chair
#BrendanCarr contrasts with past administrations, like
#GeorgeWBush, who faced criticism during the Iraq War without resort...
https://instagr.am/p/DV-qI7bgqkV/ 
voteinorout on Instagram: "#BrendanCarr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses over negative war coverage in Iran, sparking accusations of media intimidation. Critics say this move echoes #DonaldTrump's attempts to control press narratives. #MediaFreedom #Iran
The unprecedented action by FCC Chair #BrendanCarr contrasts with past administrations, like #GeorgeWBush, who faced criticism during the Iraq War without resorting to such measures. The current situation involves unclear motives in Iran, with reported American casualties and growing concerns over press freedom.
—
Trump doubles down on threat to shut down media that he doesn’t like. Follow @aaronparnas for more.
Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson #usapolitics"
50 likes, 3 comments - voteinorout on March 17, 2026: "#BrendanCarr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses over negative war coverage in Iran, sparking accusations of media intimidation. Critics say this move echoes #DonaldTrump's attempts to control press narratives. #MediaFreedom #Iran
The unprecedented action by FCC Chair #BrendanCarr contrasts with past administrations, like #GeorgeWBush, who faced criticism during the Iraq War without resorting to such measures. The current situation involves unclear motives in Iran, with reported American casualties and growing concerns over press freedom.
—
Trump doubles down on threat to shut down media that he doesn’t like. Follow @aaronparnas for more.
Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson #usapolitics".
Personally I expect the #FCC to sooner or later ban #journalism aka. anyone who isn't praising #Trump 24/7 and banning #journalists as well as #media from overseas as a whole.
- So I'd hope that @dw_innovation / #DWnews improves upon their work re: access, not just for people from heavily censored locations like #Russia ¹ but generally.
For those curious, there's a checker tool to see if #Roskomnadzor blocked a #domain...
https://www.dw.com/en/youtube-whatsapp-blocked-in-russia/a-75940102
#InternetCensorship #Censorship #MediaFreedom #PressFreedom #InformationWarfare #Disinformation #Propaganda #Oppression #Germany
How Russians cope with censorship: Questions to a DW expert
How can Russians stay informed when many international news websites are blocked and Russian media shut down? Anja Terveen, Customer Experience Manager at DW recently conducted a survey and we asked about the results.
Calling journalists “fake news” while threatening licences is dangerous. First Amendment violation, Brendan. Media must be accountable, but political threats harm free speech. Abuse of power erodes democracy. Do this and millions will see you in court.
#PressFreedom #FirstAmendment #MediaFreedom #Democracy #Accountability
Brendan Carr (@BrendanCarrFCC) on X
Broadcasters that are running hoaxes and news distortions - also known as the fake news - have a chance now to correct course before their license renewals come up.
The law is clear. Broadcasters must operate in the public interest, and they will lose their licenses if they
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