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‘These threats are meant to chill speech’: FCC Commissioner speaks out about Kimmel’s removal
MSNBC· 2025-09-18 18:36
FCC's Role and Authority - The FCC licenses broadcasters to serve communities in the public interest [4] - The FCC lacks the authority, ability, or constitutional right to censor broadcasters [4] - Censoring broadcasters violates the First Amendment and the Communications Act [5] - Defining "public interest" is crucial, with considerations for localism, diversity of viewpoints, and competition [6] - The FCC's role is to license broadcasters in the public interest and then step back, avoiding infringement on the First Amendment [14] License Revocation and Free Speech - Revoking a license is extremely rare due to its harsh consequences [8] - Threats to revoke licenses can chill speech [8] - Satire has a rich history and plays an important role in pushing back against those in power [14] - The FCC should not judge what is funny or determine content [14] Administration's Actions and Concerns - The administration is accused of using "public interest" to justify censorship [2][4][5] - The administration is allegedly retaliating against those who speak out against it [10] - There are concerns about corporate capitulation to the administration's pressure [9][10]
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Elon Musk· 2025-09-01 20:59
Immigration Policy & Legal Interpretation - Court of Appeal ruled keeping illegal migrants in hotel accommodation close to GP practices was in the 'public interest' [1] - The ruling prioritized the needs of illegal migrants over the concerns of Epping residents [1] - The system is perceived as being turned against the British people [1] Local Governance & Public Order - Councils and the police are allegedly encouraged to curb local protests related to the housing of illegal migrants [1] - The focus is on managing protests rather than stopping the use of hotels for housing illegal migrants [1]