US EditionFCC Chairman Assigns 'Bias Monitor' to CBS — Who Reports 'Directly to the President'
- On Thursday, the FCC approved a $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance, requiring an ombudsman at CBS News for two years to monitor alleged political biases.
- Pledging to address bias and restore fact-based reporting, Skydance Media vowed to eliminate all diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at Paramount Global and appoint an ombudsman.
- Amid widespread distrust of legacy media, Carr told Newsmax’s Greg Kelly that the FCC approved the deal in a 2-1 vote, requiring an ombudsman to monitor bias.
- Last week, CBS announced it would end The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2026, citing financial reasons, nearly two weeks after the $16 million settlement with President Donald Trump.
- After the Aug. 7 closing date, the new leaders will be watched closely for how they handle CBS News, given the $16 million settlement.
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FCC To Install A ‘Bias Monitor’ At New CBS To Ensure Network Kisses Trump’s Ass
Last week Trump's FCC lackey, Brendan Carr, quickly set about rubber stamping approval for the $8 billion CBS Skyance merger, now that CBS execs paid their $16 million bribe to the king. One of the key merger conditions to net approval was the installation of a sort of FCC "bias ombudsman," who'll be installed at…
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Total News Sources65
Leaning Left16Leaning Right17Center16Last UpdatedBias Distribution35% Right
Bias Distribution
- 35% of the sources lean Right
35% Right
L 33%
C 33%
R 35%
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