Trump Demands FCC Revoke ABC, NBC Licenses Over Coverage Bias

President Donald Trump sharply criticized ABC and NBC, accusing them of biased and overwhelmingly negative coverage of his administration, claiming 97% of their stories about him are unfavorable. He suggested these networks are effectively extensions of the Democratic Party and called for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revoke their broadcast licenses. Trump argued that these networks should also be required to pay substantial licensing fees for using public airwaves, an idea endorsed by Elon Musk and not currently enforced. Despite his claims of high popularity and successful governance, recent polls show his approval rating around 40%. Critics note that ABC and NBC provide programming through local affiliates that hold FCC licenses, complicating the idea of revoking licenses at the network level. Trump's remarks highlight ongoing tensions between his administration and major media outlets, reflecting broader polarization in the U.S. media landscape and debates about regulatory roles.