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As Carr continues to apply pressure, questions arise about the responsibility of media entities to self-regulate and to uphold standards of factuality and fairness in their reporting. The current political climate has elevated the stakes for news outlets; their roles as purveyors of information have come under intensified scrutiny.
The future of ABC and its affiliates may hinge on how effectively they address these challenges. Iger may find himself under duress not just from regulatory figures but also from dissenting voices within the media landscape clamoring for accountability and improved journalistic standards.