Overview

• The Freedom of the Press Foundation filed the complaint Monday with the D.C. Bar’s disciplinary council.
• It alleges Carr abused his authority as FCC chair and licensed attorney to intimidate broadcasters and misrepresent legal standards.
• The filing focuses on Carr’s role in the $8 billion Paramount–Skydance merger, including securing a $16 million payment to the President’s foundation.
• The foundation argues that Carr violated professional conduct rules prohibiting dishonesty, misuse of office, and abuse of public trust for political gain.
• The D.C. Bar has yet to decide on pursuing sanctions up to disbarment, and Carr has not publicly responded.