Media News Daily: Top Stories for 09/13/2026

WSJ Editorial Board Criticizes Trump Dividend Plan

The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s proposal to send $5,000 checks to every U.S. adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in November. The board argued the plan would cost roughly $1.2 trillion and called it an unrealistic income redistribution proposal, while Trump has not fully detailed how the payments would be funded. The proposal also drew criticism from some Republicans, with concerns focused on debt, inflation, and the broader economic impact of the plan. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)

FCC Commissioner Says Kimmel Move Shows Media Pressure

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez said Jimmy Kimmel’s decision not to air an interview with Texas Senate nominee James Talarico on ABC showed what she described as the Trump administration’s pressure campaign against broadcasters. Kimmel said the interview would be posted to YouTube instead because of recent FCC threats involving equal-time rules and political candidate interviews. Gomez said the FCC has no lawful authority to threaten broadcast licenses over guest bookings or editorial decisions, while ABC and Disney have separately challenged FCC actions in court. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)

Washington Post Names Jeff D’Onofrio Publisher and CEO

The Washington Post has named Jeff D’Onofrio as its permanent publisher and CEO after seven months in the interim role. Owner Jeff Bezos praised D’Onofrio’s leadership in a memo to staff, while D’Onofrio said the Post must build new revenue streams and move from break-even to profitability so it can reinvest in journalism. His appointment follows a turbulent period for the newspaper that included layoffs, buyouts, leadership changes, and efforts to stabilize the business. (Read More) (Poynter Institute Rating)