The Weaponization of the FCC (with Jessica Rosenworcel)
About this episode
The episode discusses ABC's lawsuit against the FCC and features insights from former FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel.
ABC is suing the Federal Communications Commission, arguing that the agency is using its regulatory power to punish the network for its journalism and programming. Former FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel joins Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance to break down the lawsuit and what it could mean for the FCC’s power over broadcasters. Plus, Rosenworcel discusses the FCC’s mission and its role in elections. We hope you’re finding Insider informative. Email us at letters@cafe.com with your suggestions and questions for Preet and Joyce. Watch livestreams on YouTube or Substack . Photo by Anna Moneymaker via Getty Images This podcast is brought to you by CAFE and Vox Media Podcast Network. Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Supervising Producer: Jake Kaplan; Editorial Producers: Claudia Hernández & Gloria Teal; Audio Producers: Matthew Billy & Nat Weiner; Marketing Manager: Liana Greenway.
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