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politics46 minutes ago

DOJ Antitrust Probe Targets TV Networks Over White House Pool Boycott

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating five major television networks for potential antitrust violations after they collectively suspended White House press pool coverage in September. The probe, which demands internal communications regarding the boycott, follows a dispute where President Donald Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. While the DOJ cites the Sherman Act, legal experts and media advocates argue the action is a First Amendment issue and an attempt to intimidate the press.

via USA Today|

#antitrust #first-amendment #media

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Missouri Substitute Teacher’s OnlyFans Income Surges After District Firing

Sheena Sittner, a 42-year-old substitute teacher in the Parkway School District near St. Louis, was removed from her assignments after the district discovered her OnlyFans account. While the district cited her role working with minors as grounds for dismissal, Sittner argues her First Amendment rights were violated. Since the news of her firing spread, her adult content business has seen a significant increase in subscribers and revenue. Sittner, who had worked with children for decades, stated that the financial gains from her online platform now far exceed her previous teaching salary, which was approximately $140 per day. She maintains that the backlash intended to ruin her life has instead boosted her financial stability, allowing her to support her family more effectively than her previous job did.

via The Washington Post|

#education #employment-law #first-amendment

politics5 hours ago•1 min saved

DOJ probes TV networks over Trump coverage boycott

The US Justice Department is investigating five major television networks for potential antitrust violations after they suspended pooled coverage of President Donald Trump. The probe follows a dispute where the White House barred CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, prompting the other networks to halt shared coverage in solidarity. While the DOJ cites the Sherman Act, legal experts and press freedom advocates argue the move is a pretext for intimidation, noting that such cooperation is protected by the First Amendment.

via Al Jazeera|

#antitrust #first-amendment #media

politics8 hours ago

DOJ probes TV networks for antitrust violations over White House press pool boycott

The US Department of Justice is investigating five major television networks for potential antitrust violations after they suspended pooled coverage of President Donald Trump. The probe follows the administration's ban on CNN, MS Now, and Politico, which led the remaining networks to halt their shared reporting duties in solidarity.

via The Guardian|

#antitrust-investigation #first-amendment #media-law

politics9 hours ago•396 min saved

DOJ probes major TV networks for antitrust violations over Trump pool boycott

The US Justice Department is investigating five major television networks for potential antitrust violations after they suspended pool coverage of President Trump. The probe follows a dispute where the White House barred CNN, MS Now, and Politico, prompting the other networks to halt shared coverage in solidarity.

via NBC News|

#antitrust #first-amendment #media

politics11 hours ago

DOJ probes five major networks over antitrust claims regarding White House pool boycott

The US Justice Department is investigating ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, and Fox News for potential violations of the Sherman Act after the networks suspended their pooled coverage of President Trump in September. This action follows the administration's ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, which the networks boycotted in solidarity. While the DOJ seeks communications regarding the boycott, legal experts argue the move may be a pretext for media intimidation, and the networks have not yet commented.

via BBC|

#antitrust #first-amendment #media

politics2 days ago•18 min saved

Judge Kelly extends White House access for CNN, MS NOW, Politico pending ruling on media ban

U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly extended a temporary order allowing CNN, MS NOW, and Politico access to the White House through Tuesday, Oct. 13, while he considers a longer-term ruling. The judge expressed skepticism about the Justice Department’s national security justification for the ban, noting discrepancies between President Trump’s public statements and the government’s legal arguments. A final decision is expected by Tuesday.

via CNN|

#cnn #first-amendment #judge-timothy-kelly

legal4 days ago•4 min saved

5th Circuit Hears Challenge to Texas Law Banning Overnight Campus Speech

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit heard arguments on Tuesday regarding Senate Bill 2972, a Texas law requiring public colleges to restrict expressive activity from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. and during final exam periods. State lawyers argued the law merely directs campuses to create their own policies, while student advocates contended the statute itself imposes unconstitutional restrictions. A federal judge had previously blocked enforcement of the law, which took effect in September 2025 after nationwide pro-Palestinian protests.

via The Texas Tribune|

#first-amendment #free-speech #legal

politics-and-media4 days ago•7 min saved

Livingston Commission Reinstates Daily Wire Film Permit After Two-Week Community Clash

The Livingston City Commission unanimously voted on October 5 to reinstate filming permits for 'Pawn Shop,' a pro-ICE action movie produced by Ben Shapiro’s Daily Wire. The decision reversed a temporary suspension imposed two days earlier, allowing the production to finish shooting by Saturday. While producers cited safety and First Amendment rights, opponents highlighted the film’s disruption of local services, including the city’s only food pantry.

via Montana Free Press|

#daily-wire #film-production #first-amendment

media-and-politics4 days ago•13 min saved

ABC's 'Guillotine' Test: How FCC License Threats Are Reshaping U.S. Political Coverage

ABC is altering its political coverage to avoid FCC retaliation, with a federal judge weighing whether the agency's early license review is a constitutional violation.

via Politico|

#abc #broadcasting #fcc

media-and-politics4 days ago•1 min saved

Judge AliKhan questions FCC’s early license review of ABC in First Amendment dispute

Disney and ABC sued the FCC in August over an order forcing early renewal of eight local station licenses. In a Tuesday hearing, ABC argued this move constitutes unconstitutional censorship, while the FCC claimed it was a procedural step in a separate discrimination investigation. Judge Loren AliKhan expressed skepticism regarding the FCC’s justification, noting the timing and public threats from administration officials. The judge has not yet ruled but ordered additional filings by October 14.

via The Guardian|

#abc #brendan-carr #disney

politics4 days ago•1 min saved

FBI Whistleblower Alleges White House Ordered Unconstitutional Probes of Anti-ICE Protesters

A former FBI intelligence analyst, Jill Fields, filed a whistleblower complaint alleging that the Trump administration ordered the FBI to investigate peaceful anti-ICE protesters in Los Angeles in violation of the First Amendment. Fields claims that President Trump and White House officials, including Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove and FBI Director Kash Patel, pressured the bureau to open probes after viewing a TikTok video of demonstrators. The Justice Department and White House denied the allegations, stating that investigations target violent acts and obstruction of law enforcement, which are not protected by the First Amendment. Senator Alex Padilla has demanded answers from the DOJ regarding the scope of these investigations.

via The Guardian|

#fbi #first-amendment #immigration

politics4 days ago•416 min saved

FBI Whistleblower Alleges White House Ordered Unconstitutional Probes of Anti-ICE Protesters

A former FBI analyst alleges the White House pressured the bureau to investigate peaceful anti-ICE protesters, violating First Amendment rights. The whistleblower claims agents were diverted from cartel cases to pursue these probes, leading to her resignation. The Justice Department denies the claims, asserting investigations targeted violent acts, while Senator Alex Padilla has demanded answers from agency leaders.

via NBC News|

#fbi #first-amendment #immigration

media-and-politics4 days ago

Judge AliKhan Questions FCC’s Basis for Early ABC License Review

U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan expressed skepticism during a Tuesday hearing regarding the Federal Communications Commission’s attempt to force an early review of ABC’s eight broadcast licenses. The judge appeared to side with ABC’s argument that the court has jurisdiction to intervene in the FCC’s unprecedented move to accelerate the renewal process years ahead of schedule. AliKhan challenged the FCC’s assertion that the review is merely a procedural step tied to a discovery dispute within a discrimination investigation concerning ABC’s diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. This hearing represents the latest legal confrontation between the Trump administration and Disney-owned ABC, following the agency’s order to pull the licenses for early scrutiny. The judge’s comments suggest she is unconvinced by the FCC’s characterization of the action as a routine administrative matter, instead viewing it as a substantive legal issue that warrants judicial oversight.

via Politico|

#abc #brendan-carr #broadcast-licensing

politics4 days ago•211 min saved

Whistleblower Alleges Trump Ordered FBI to Investigate Protesters Based on TikTok

A former FBI analyst claims the White House pressured the bureau to open preliminary investigations into anti-ICE protesters in Southern California based on a TikTok video, violating First Amendment protections. The whistleblower, Jill Fields, stated that FBI Director Kash Patel conveyed the president's anger and desire for arrests after seeing demonstrators using bullhorns. The Justice Department and White House denied the allegations, asserting that the investigations targeted violent acts and obstruction of law enforcement, which are not protected by the First Amendment. Fields reported that she faced retaliation, including being stripped of her team, leading to her resignation. Democratic Senator Alex Padilla has questioned the DOJ regarding the scope of these investigations.

via CNN|

#doj #fbi #first-amendment