public interest

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is defending the agency's actions against ABC, stating broadcasters must operate in the public interest. The Federal Communications Commission is taking measures against ABC based on this principle.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency's actions against ABC, stating broadcasters must operate 'in the public interest' by providing subsidized access to airwaves in exchange for responsible content. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content and attempting to suppress free speech, citing an ongoing license review and disputes over equal-time rules for 'The View' and Jimmy Kimmel.

Rep. Buddy Carter is urging the Federal Communications Commission to review ABC, NBC, and CBS for not airing or cutting away from President Donald Trump's July 16 primetime address. Carter argues the networks violated their public interest obligation by blocking the speech, which Trump claimed addressed election security vulnerabilities.

The Vice President urged legislators to rise above political divisions and work in the public interest. The message highlights the need for cooperation in governance.

The Supreme Court has asked a petitioner to include a plea for a fair investigation in the Ram temple donation case on June 29. The petition demands the Centre, Uttar Pradesh government, and a Trust establish regulatory and audit mechanisms to safeguard public interest and donor confidence.

Dattatraya Patil Revoor claims a false FIR has been filed against him to intimidate him, but he vows to continue raising public interest issues. The former MLA defends his remarks despite the allegations.

Zack Polanski, the UK Greens’ Jewish, anti-Israel leader, supports monitoring British-Israeli IDF soldiers through an open letter calling for disclosure of service in IDF and potential extra screening for travelers with Israeli documents or those arriving from Israel.

A Fox News Poll reveals that most registered voters consider AI regulation urgent, prioritizing public safeguards over innovation. The poll highlights generational and partisan divides, with older voters and Democrats more likely to emphasize public interest. Voters are split on whether the U.S. should coordinate internationally on AI regulations.

Most registered voters in a Fox News Poll believe AI regulation is urgent, with 80% prioritizing public safeguards over innovation. A generational divide exists, with older voters (84%) more likely to see urgency than younger voters (69%), and partisan differences show Democrats and independents more inclined to prioritize public interest than Republicans. The poll also indicates split opinions on international coordination, with Democrats favoring it more than Republicans.