FCC Investigates Comcast and NBCUniversal Over DEI Practices

Chairman Brendan Carr cites potential violations of civil rights laws and FCC regulations in the companies' diversity initiatives.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced an investigation into Comcast and its subsidiary NBCUniversal to evaluate their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs for compliance with civil rights laws and FCC regulations.
Carr's letter to Comcast CEO Brian Roberts highlighted concerns about the companies' DEI initiatives, including training programs, DEI days, and executives dedicated to promoting diversity.
The investigation follows President Trump's executive order targeting DEI practices across federal agencies and private companies, aiming to eliminate what he called 'invidious discrimination.'
Comcast confirmed its receipt of the FCC inquiry and stated its intention to cooperate, emphasizing its long-standing commitment to integrity and respect for employees and customers.
This marks the FCC's latest action under Carr's leadership, which has included probes into other media companies and public broadcasters for alleged regulatory violations.