FCC Approves Nexstar-Tegna Merger, Exceeding Ownership Cap

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), during the Trump administration, has approved the merger between Nexstar and Tegna. This decision allows Nexstar to surpass the established 39% limit on television ownership, raising concerns about media consolidation and potential impacts on local news diversity. Critics argue that this move could lead to fewer independent voices and a concentration of power in the hands of a few large corporations.