Trump says NBC’s Kristen Welker should face ‘punishment’ from FCC
Trump’s threat comes after host described success record of candidates whom president had endorsed as ‘mixed’
TL;DR
- Donald Trump has called for the FCC to punish Meet the Press host Kristen Welker.
- Trump's demand followed Welker's description of his endorsed candidates' success record as "mixed."
- Trump cited his endorsement success rate, stating it is "stronger than ever."
- Trump previously walked out of an interview with Welker and has a history of seeking FCC action against media.
- The FCC's power to punish Welker is limited, but a former appointee of Trump has been responsive to him.
- ABC is suing the FCC, alleging it is being illegally targeted by the administration.