FCC Chair Brendan Carr recently told Fox News that the agency is examining various actions in response to President Trump's call for the FCC to take disciplinary measures against NBC News reporter Kristen Welker. Carr made these remarks during an interview on Fox News's "The Sunday Briefing" with Peter Doocy. He emphasized that broadcasters should serve the public interest rather than a narrow political agenda. Carr also hinted that the FCC might soon release guidance on how to handle the broadcasting of fake polls, especially those designed to influence voter behavior before the upcoming fall elections. Welker had previously drawn the ire of Trump by stating that the president would "loom large over" the midterm elections and noting that candidates endorsed by Trump have had "mixed results" in Republican primaries. While Ballotpedia reports that Trump has a strong 96% winning record in this year's primaries, some of his supported candidates, such as Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones and MyPillow founder Mike Lindell, have lost. Trump has labeled Welker's comments as "purposeful inaccuracy" and said he would report her to the FCC for possible "rebuke or punishment." NBC News has defended Welker, calling her "one of the best in the business." Trump has often urged the FCC to pressure major broadcasters during his second term in office. Carr has launched investigations into NBC and ABC's diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring practices. Both Carr and Trump have praised CBS News under its new editor, Bar Weiss, noting that the network is part of Paramount Skydance, a company led by Trump ally David Ellison. Critics have expressed concerns that Trump may be using the FCC to intimidate journalists ahead of the midterms. Some Republicans, like Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, have cautioned against imposing regulatory penalties on broadcasters, citing worries about how ABC handled the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel after the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the executive branch and media outlets, with the FCC's role under scrutiny as it balances regulatory oversight with political pressures.