FCC Greenlights Nexstar-Tegna Merger
March 22, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The New York Times
The FCC just approved the $6.2 billion merger of Tegna and Nexstar, letting the combined giant reach 80% of U.S. households despite Congress capping owners at far less. Chairman Brendan Carr pushed this fast-track deal without a full commission vote, waiving rules in record time after President Trump endorsed it - a smart move to counter bloated national networks and boost local stations fighting streaming giants. Read more about this...