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Trump Executive Order To Impact 43 Virginia TV, Radio Stations


Published on 2025-05-02 12:20:44 - Patch
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  • President Donald Trump signed the executive order on funding for NPR, PBS to stop what he called "biased and partisan news coverage."

President Trump's executive order, which aims to prevent online censorship, has led to a significant impact on 43 television and radio stations in Virginia, including those in Fredericksburg. The order, signed on May 28, 2020, seeks to modify Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, potentially holding social media platforms accountable for the content they host and moderate. This change could affect how these Virginia stations operate, especially in terms of their online presence and content management, as they navigate the new regulatory environment. Local stations are closely monitoring the situation, as the order's full implications remain uncertain, potentially influencing their ability to engage with audiences and manage content on digital platforms.

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