The Justice Department has launched an antitrust investigation into five major television networks—ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, and Fox News—following their coordinated decision to suspend live election coverage shortly after a federal judge temporarily blocked a presidential executive order. The probe centers on whether the networks’ joint withdrawal from coverage violated competition laws by potentially stifling alternative media outlets or influencing public access to news. Sources indicate the DOJ is examining the timing and implications of the move, which occurred amid heightened scrutiny over media practices during election cycles. The investigation raises questions about industry coordination and its impact on fair market competition in news broadcasting.
The Justice Department (DOJ) is investigating five major TV networks for alleged antitrust violations after the outlets briefly pulled their pool coverage. Sources told The New York Times on Saturday that the DOJ is investigating ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC and Fox News for pulling their coverage days after a federal judge halted President Trump's ban...
