Trump Says He Will Report NBC Host to FCC Over Endorsement Coverage
Trump says he will report NBC's Kristen Welker to the FCC for alleged inaccurate reporting on his endorsement record.
US President Donald Trump has said he will report NBC News host Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for potential rebuke or punishment. The announcement was made in a post on his Truth Social platform on Sunday.
The President's complaint stems from Welker's reporting on his record of endorsing political candidates. Trump disputed the coverage, claiming it misrepresented his success rate in backing contenders for office.
In his social media post, Trump did not specify which segment or report he was referring to, nor did he outline the exact nature of the alleged inaccuracy. The FCC, which regulates broadcast communications in the United States, does not typically adjudicate disputes over journalistic content or editorial decisions.
This is not the first time Trump has clashed with major news networks or their journalists. His criticism of media coverage has been a recurring theme throughout his political career, often targeting specific reporters and outlets he believes are unfair to him.
NBC News and Welker have not yet issued a public response to the President's latest remarks. The incident adds to the ongoing tension between the White House and mainstream media organisations over coverage of the administration.