Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump used his Truth Social platform on July 26, 2025, to criticize NBC and other major networks, accusing them of political bias and suggesting their broadcast licenses could be revoked.
In a post made at 8:07 PM EST, Trump wrote, "Wow, 'Concast’s' NBC is down in viewership almost 28% this year. Their programming is terrible, their management even worse. They are an arm of the Democrat Party, and should be held accountable for that. Likewise, Fake News" (posted July 27, 2025).
Shortly afterward at 8:14 PM EST, he continued his criticism by stating: "Networks aren’t allowed to be political pawns for the Democrat Party. It has become so outrageous that, in my opinion, their licenses could, and should, be revoked! MAGA" (posted July 27, 2025).
Another post from Trump appeared earlier that evening with a link attached but contained no further comment: "Donald J. Trump Truth Social 07.26.25 07:45 PM EST https://t.co/OYCo5RW0qk" (posted July 27, 2025).
These statements come amid ongoing debates about media impartiality and regulation in the United States. During his presidency and subsequent public appearances, Trump has frequently criticized mainstream news organizations such as NBC for what he describes as partisan coverage favoring Democratic candidates or policies.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) oversees licensing for television broadcasters in the United States but revoking a network's license over claims of political bias would require substantial legal grounds under current regulations.
