FCC 'looking at a lot of actions' for networks airing fake polls and partisan coverage: Carr

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr said his agency is looking at actions it can take to stop networks from airing “fake polls” ahead of the midterm elections.

FCC 'looking at a lot of actions' for networks airing fake polls and partisan coverage: Carr

TL;DR

  • The FCC is exploring actions to stop networks from airing "fake polls" before the midterm elections.
  • FCC Chairman Brendan Carr made these comments on Fox News' Sunday Briefing.
  • Carr noted that President Trump understands the distinction between broadcast TV and cable distribution.
  • The agency is looking at measures concerning partisan coverage on broadcast networks.