FCC opens door to larger local broadcast ownership groups
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The FCC lifted the national ownership cap for local broadcasters — This could lead to larger media conglomerates controlling more stations, potentially reducing competition.
A case-by-case review process is now in place — This may make it easier for large corporations to acquire multiple local TV stations without strict limitations.
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More consolidation among local broadcast ownership groups might occur as a result of the FCC's decision.
Local television ownership groups could grow after the Federal Communications Commission took a controversial vote to remove the national ownership cap.