# FCC Moves to Repeal Outdated Media Ownership Rule

Fox News Business columnist Mike Davis praises the FCC for finally targeting a media ownership regulation he calls one of Washington's most pointless rules. The rule, long criticized as outdated, restricts how broadcast and print outlets can combine in a market. The FCC's action could lead to greater media consolidation or cross-ownership, potentially reshaping local news landscapes.

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- [Fox News Business](https://www.foxbusiness.com/fox-news-opinion/mike-davis-fcc-finally-takes-one-washingtons-dumbest-media-rules) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:15:47 GMT