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FCC Chair Approves Major Media Merger

Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 2:07 PM ET
Summary: Nexstar, overseeing over 200 stations, gains approval for a significant merger.
WHO: FCC Commission Chair
WHAT: Approval of a major media merger
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 1:22 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To enhance media operations and reach
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