US President Donald Trump has suggested some TV networks should have their licences "taken away", as he backed America's broadcast watchdog in a row over the suspension of late-night TV host Jimmy Kimmel.
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ABC has pulled the comedian off air "indefinitely" after his remarks about the murder of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk in Utah last week.
Former President Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy with remarks targeting mainstream media outlets. In a recent statement, Trump suggested that television networks critical of him should "maybe" lose their broadcasting licenses.
This is not the first time Trump has made comments about using government authority to punish media organizations he views as hostile. During his presidency, he repeatedly accused outlets like NBC, CNN, and The New York Times of spreading "fake news" and even referred to the press as the "enemy of the people."
Critics argue that such rhetoric threatens press freedom, a cornerstone of American democracy protected by the First Amendment. While Trump cannot directly revoke broadcast licenses, his remarks reflect a broader trend of political leaders attempting to delegitimize independent journalism.
Supporters, however, claim that Trump is simply highlighting media bias and pushing back against networks that, in their view, unfairly cover him and conservative perspectives.
Legal experts emphasize that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which oversees broadcast licenses, operates independently and is bound by strict criteria. Political disagreements or negative coverage do not constitute grounds for stripping a network of its license.
Still, Trump’s comments add fuel to an ongoing debate over the role of media in politics and the extent to which government officials should weigh in on press coverage. For many, the suggestion of stripping licenses underscores the need for vigilance in defending press freedoms, regardless of political affiliation.
