Do not approve a merger between Nexstar and Tegna.
Media consolidation often leads to newsroom layoffs, which in turn lead to less local news and information, worse coverage, and less viewpoint and ownership diversity. People across the United States already suffer from a lack of local journalism, which hinders their ability to participate fully in our democracy. Deals like these harm the public interest, despite what the broadcasters claim.
You must uphold the FCC’s mandate to promote diversity, localism and competition in broadcasting. Do not approve this disastrous — and unlawful — merger.