US broadcast regulator threatens media outfits tagged by Trump for ‘terrible ‌reporting’ ⁠on Iran war

Broadcasters who air “fake news” must “correct course before their license renewals come up,” FCC's Carr warned

Trump’s earlier accused the “lowlife ‘papers’ and media” ​of “terrible ‌reporting” ⁠on the ​US and ⁠Israel’s war with Iran

March 14, 2026 23:07

WASHINGTON: US Federal ‌Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr on Saturday renewed his criticism and threats against broadcasters over their content, but this time ​with President Donald Trump’s criticism of Iran war reporting as the backdrop.