Media News Daily: Top Stories for 05/24/2026

NYT Publisher Warns Against Media “Capitulation”

New York Times publisher A.G. Sulzberger criticized President Trump’s escalating attacks on press freedom and accused some media organizations of yielding to political pressure from the administration. Speaking at a Yale Law School event, Sulzberger condemned outlets that settled lawsuits, softened editorial stances, or adopted administration-favored language to protect business interests. He also highlighted the Times’ ongoing legal battles with the Trump administration over Pentagon press access and employment policies, while praising organizations that continue resisting government pressure on independent journalism. Read More (Yahoo News Rating)

CBS Radio News Ends Nearly Century-Long Run

CBS Radio News officially ended operations after almost 100 years on the air, marking the close of one of America’s longest-running broadcast news institutions. Historian Matthew Jordan argued the shutdown reflects a broader decline in public-interest broadcasting standards and regulatory expectations that once governed American media. The closure comes amid major transformations in the radio and news industries as audiences continue shifting toward digital platforms. Read More (MediaPost Rating)

FCC Opens Review of ‘The View’ Equal-Time Exemption

The FCC is seeking public comment on whether ABC’s The View qualifies as a “bona fide news interview program” exempt from federal equal-time rules for political candidates. The review follows concerns raised by the agency over political bias and whether the daytime talk show’s interview segments meet longstanding standards for news programming. Critics accuse the FCC of selectively targeting liberal-leaning broadcast programs, while ABC argues the agency’s actions threaten protected speech and press freedoms. Read More (TV Tech Rating)