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The Justice Department has opened an antitrust investigation into several major television broadcasters, examining whether they have violated competition laws. This move follows reports that the DOJ is scrutinizing networks for possible anti‑trust violations and even their editorial decisions, such as the suspension of pool coverage of former President Trump. The probe could lead to significant regulatory actions, affecting ownership structures, advertising practices, and news programming across the industry. Watch for filings from the DOJ, responses from the networks, and potential changes in how TV news is produced and distributed. [[1, 2]]