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FCC Ditches TV Ownership Cap | Indianapolis News
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The FCC just scrapped a decades-old cap limiting how many households a single TV station owner can reach — a move seen as a lifeline for traditional broadcasters battling tech giants like Netflix and Google. While industry heavyweights like Nexstar hail it as leveling the playing field, critics including FCC Commissioner Ana Gomez call it unlawful and threaten the unique role local stations play in communities. The National Association of Broadcasters celebrates the shift as vital for sustaining local news, while consolidation may accelerate as media companies scramble to stay competitive in an ever-changing digital landscape.
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