FCC's 'Equal Time' Rule Under Scrutiny Amid Colbert-CBS Conflict

The FCC's 'equal time' rule, which mandates equal broadcast opportunities for political candidates, is being examined in the context of a conflict involving Stephen Colbert and CBS.

18 Feb, 17:01 — 18 Feb, 20:27

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AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

The articles cover different facets of the FCC's "equal time" rule and related media scrutiny, with one explaining the rule's mechanics and the other reporting on a specific government official's statement. Coverage is largely divergent in focus rather than aligned, providing distinct angles on the broader story.

What sources agree on

The FCC's 'equal time' rule is a relevant legal framework in current media discussions.
There is an ongoing situation involving Colbert and CBS.
Government scrutiny of media content is occurring.

Where they diverge

The primary focus regarding government interaction with media.

The Week

Focuses on explaining the mechanics of the FCC's 'equal time' rule as central to the Colbert-CBS conflict.

Reuters

Reports on a Trump official denying censorship of Colbert but confirming a probe into ABC's 'The View'.

Notable gaps

An explanation of how the FCC's 'equal time' rule functions.

Covered by the-week · Not in reuters

A specific statement from a Trump official regarding censorship of Colbert and a probe into 'The View'.

Covered by reuters · Not in the-week

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Coverage Timeline

Reuters18 Feb, 17:01First to report

Trump official says US did not censor Colbert interview but is probing ABC's 'The View' - Reuters

The Week18 Feb, 20:27

How the FCC’s ‘equal time’ rule works

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The Week1h ago

How the FCC’s ‘equal time’ rule works

The law is at the heart of the Colbert-CBS conflict

By Joel Mathis, The Week US

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Reuters5h ago

Trump official says US did not censor Colbert interview but is probing ABC's 'The View' - Reuters

Trump official says US did not censor Colbert interview but is probing ABC's 'The View' Reuters

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FCC's 'Equal Time' Rule Under Scrutiny Amid Colbert-CBS Conflict

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Coverage Timeline

Trump official says US did not censor Colbert interview but is probing ABC's 'The View' - Reuters

How the FCC’s ‘equal time’ rule works

Read at source (2 outlets)

How the FCC’s ‘equal time’ rule works

Trump official says US did not censor Colbert interview but is probing ABC's 'The View' - Reuters

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