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Sinclair says US FCC has authority to raise National Ownership Cap

( January 15, 2026, 20:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Sinclair Broadcast Group says the US Federal Communications Commission "plainly has authority" to raise the National Ownership Cap, according to comments submitted to the agency. The media company described those that submitted petitions to deny Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna as "... wolves in sheep’s clothing," saying they do not paint the full picture of relevant markets.See attached document....

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