Trump Administration Investigates NFL's Broadcast Deals Amid Streaming Concerns
The Trump administration is reportedly investigating the NFL's national TV deals due to concerns about the increasing difficulty and cost of accessing games. The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) are examining whether the NFL's practices are anticompetitive, particularly as more games move to streaming platforms. This investigation could impact major media companies like Fox, Paramount, and NBCUniversal, which are involved in broadcasting NFL games. The NFL's distribution model, which includes a significant portion of games on free broadcast TV, is under scrutiny as the league renegotiates its TV deals.