FCC Inquiry into Alleged Discrimination Against Faith-Based Programming on YouTube TV
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is seeking answers from Alphabet and Google CEOs regarding alleged discrimination against faith-based programming on YouTube TV. Carr's letter asks for a briefing on the role of virtual MVPDs in the media marketplace and YouTube TV's carriage negotiations process. YouTube denies having policies that prohibit religious content.
Key Points
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is investigating alleged discrimination against faith-based programming on YouTube TV
- Carr's letter requests a briefing on virtual MVPDs and YouTube TV's carriage negotiations
- YouTube denies having policies that discriminate against religious content
Pros
- Holding tech companies accountable for potential discrimination
- Ensuring fair treatment for faith-based channels
Cons
- Possible limitations on FCC's authority over virtual MVPDs