Major TV networks were notified on Friday that the Justice Department was examining whether they violated antitrust laws when they suspended pool coverage of President Trump. The investigation focuses on potential collusion among networks regarding the decision to halt shared feeds of presidential events. This development comes amid heightened scrutiny of media practices during the Trump administration.
The probe could have significant implications for how news organizations coordinate coverage of major political figures. Sources indicate the department is reviewing communications between network executives to determine if antitrust laws were breached.
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