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FCC Commissioner Criticizes NBC Over Kamala Harris' 'SNL' Appearance

Brendan Carr suggests NBC violated the equal time rule, prompting controversy ahead of the election.

  • Vice President Kamala Harris appeared on 'Saturday Night Live,' sparking debate over potential FCC rule violations.
  • FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr accused NBC of bias, claiming Harris' appearance breached the equal time rule.
  • NBC responded by granting Donald Trump free airtime on the network to comply with the FCC's requirements.
  • SNL creator Lorne Michaels had previously stated that no candidates would appear on the show due to election laws.
  • The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between media regulations and political campaigns in the digital age.
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