Apple(US:AAPL) Feng Huang Wang·2026-02-12 01:59Core Viewpoint - The relationship between Apple and the Trump administration has become tense again, as the FTC has warned Apple against suppressing conservative content on its Apple News platform [1] Group 1: Regulatory Concerns - The FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson sent a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook, referencing a report from the Media Research Center that claims Apple prioritizes "left-leaning media" in its news recommendations [1] - Ferguson stated that any action by Apple to suppress or promote news articles based on ideological or political stance could violate U.S. laws against misleading consumers [1] - The FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, also appointed by Trump, praised Ferguson's actions, asserting that Apple has no right to suppress conservative viewpoints [1] Group 2: Required Actions - Ferguson called for a comprehensive review of Apple's service terms, indicating that if the content curation practices do not align with these terms, corrective measures should be taken [1]