Media News Daily: Top Stories for 05/12/2026

Ofcom to Investigate GB News over Donald Trump Interview

Ofcom will investigate whether a repeat broadcast of a GB News interview with President Donald Trump breached rules on due impartiality and materially misleading content. The probe centers on a rebroadcast of the interview during a Dawn Neesom program, after Ofcom previously declined to pursue complaints about the original interview because it included alternative perspectives in surrounding discussion. GB News said it was surprised by the delayed decision, while questions remain over Ofcom’s consistency in regulating the channel, including past penalties and disputes over politicians acting as presenters. Read More (Evening Standard Rating)

Byron Allen’s Firm to Buy Majority Stake in BuzzFeed

Byron Allen’s Allen Family Digital is buying a 52% stake in BuzzFeed for $120 million, according to The New York Times. Allen, a comedian turned media entrepreneur, will become BuzzFeed’s chief executive, replacing Jonah Peretti, who will move into the role of president of artificial intelligence. Allen will also remain chief executive of Allen Media, which owns the Weather Channel and a television production business. Read More (MediaPost Rating)

Trump Criticizes Fox News Anchor Jacqui Heinrich over Ro Khanna Interview

President Donald Trump criticized Fox News anchor Jacqui Heinrich after her interview with Rep. Ro Khanna, accusing her of failing to push back on Khanna’s claims. Khanna defended his appearance, saying Democrats should speak to all voters, including Trump supporters, about economic issues and accountability. During the interview, Khanna argued Democrats are positioned to win the House, citing concerns over prices, foreign policy, and the Epstein files. Read More (The Hill Rating)