NAB: Chairman Wheeler Shows Shocking Disregard for Congress

The National Association of Broadcasters was not happy with Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler's continued support for eliminating the broadcast exclusivity and network nonduplication rules, particularly in the face of concerns by congressional Democrats and Republicans. "Chairman Wheeler’s dismissive rejection of the concerns raised by key congressional leaders over his proposal to eliminate broadcast exclusivity rules represents a shocking disregard for the institution that confirmed him," said NAB spokesman Dennis Wharton. "Exclusive programming rights allow TV stations to serve communities with quality news and entertainment. Unfortunately, [lawmaker] concerns have been ignored by an FCC Chairman who appears to be on a lone crusade against exclusivity."