Regulatory Landscape & Public Interest - Broadcast TV operates under a different regulatory framework than cable, podcasts, and stand-up comedy due to FCC licensing and the obligation to serve the public interest [5][6][11] - The FCC is focused on reinvigorating the enforcement of public interest obligations for broadcast TV licensees [11] - The FCC does not have a mandate to police speech in the name of the public interest on the internet [9][11] Content & Programming Control - Local TV stations are pushing back on national programmers (ABC, Disney, Comcast, NBC) regarding programming decisions, marking a significant moment in modern history [7][8][14] - Local broadcasters are seeking more power to preempt programming that doesn't meet the needs of their communities [7][8] - Sinclair, a local TV station owner, suspended Jimmy Kimmel's program and called for an apology and donation to Kirk's family and Turning Point USA [12][13] Media Trust & Public Perception - Trust in the media is at an all-time low, even lower than Congress [11][12] - The issue with Kimmel was appearing to directly mislead the American public about a significant political event [3]

Industry Trends - Streaming hits like 'Love Island' are contributing to an all-time low in broadcast TV viewership [1] Viewership Data - Broadcast TV viewership is experiencing a significant decline [1]