President Donald Trump Sunday escalated his ongoing feud with major television networks, accusing NBC and ABC of delivering biased and unfair coverage against him. In a fiery post on Truth Social, Trump labeled the two networks as “two of the worst and most biased networks in history,” claiming they produce “97% BAD STORIES” about him despite what he described as his “very high popularity” and “among the greatest 8 months in Presidential History.”
He went further, suggesting the FCC should consider revoking the broadcast licenses of their television stations as a consequence of their alleged bias.
In a separate Truth Social post, Trump alleged that NBC and ABC do not pay “Millions of Dollars a year in LICENSE FEES” for their use of public airwaves, which he described as “the most valuable airwaves anywhere at anytime.”
Trump’s remarks reflect a broader pattern of his criticism toward major media outlets, which he has frequently accused of producing unfavorable or misleading coverage. His comments about revoking broadcast licenses echo previous statements during his political career, where he has questioned the legitimacy of media operations that he perceives as antagonistic.
Such rhetoric raises concerns about press freedom, as the FCC’s authority to revoke licenses is typically tied to regulatory compliance rather than editorial content. However, Trump’s statements appear to focus on leveraging this authority as a response to perceived editorial bias.
This is not the first time Trump has taken legal or public action against media organizations.
Critics argue that such moves could be perceived as attempts to intimidate or suppress critical reporting, while supporters may view them as efforts to hold media accountable for perceived bias.The FCC has not publicly responded to Trump’s statements as of August 25, 2025, and it remains unclear whether any formal actions against NBC or ABC are under consideration.
Historically, the FCC’s role in licensing focuses on technical and operational standards, not editorial decisions, making Trump’s proposal a complex and controversial suggestion. Meanwhile, Trump’s remarks continue to fuel debates about the role of media, government oversight, and the boundaries of free speech in the modern political landscape.