States Fight On to Derail Nextstar-Tegna Merger, Even Though It Has Closed

The Federal Communications Commission blessed the deal, even though the combined company’s broadcast signals reach 80% of U.S. TV households, more than double the 39% limit in the agency’s own rules.

       

The Federal Communications Commission blessed the deal, even though the combined company’s broadcast signals reach 80% of U.S. TV households, more than double the 39% limit in the agency’s own rules.