The FCC has announced plans to enforce rules that late-night programs give equal time to opposing political candidates.

The Federal Communications Commission under the Trump administration issued new guidance on Wednesday. This notice warns broadcast stations that late-night and daytime talk show interviews with political candidates might activate federal “equal opportunities” rules.

Speaking at CES in Las Vegas on Thursday, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr reiterated his view that the “balance of power” has shifted away from local TV affiliates and toward national broadcast networks. “In the broadcast space,

The Commission “has a timely opportunity to move the transition from its current, limited implementation phase to a full, nationwide deployment that serves the public interest,” the NAB said in its la

Carr, speaking with Gary Shapiro, executive chair and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association, said the current relationship between national broadcast networks and local affiliates does not align with the FCC’s original intent for the broadcast licensing system.