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Sinclair CEO Welcomes FCC Ownership Rule Repeal

Updated 2026-08-05 22:10 UTC 1 source Positive

Sinclair CEO Chris Ripley expressed satisfaction with the expected repeal of federal ownership caps on local TV stations. The Republican-controlled FCC is set to vote Thursday on this change, which could significantly impact media consolidation.

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With the federal cap on local TV station ownership nearing its end, Sinclair CEO Chris Ripley said he “couldn’t be happier” to see a long-sought industry goal accomplished. The Republican-controlled FCC is set to vote Thursday on whether to eliminate the rule barring a single owner
2026-08-05 22:00 UTC
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