The Briefing with Jen Psaki Rep. Crockett speaks out on CBS Colbert controversy with her opponent
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Feb 18, 2026 
Terry Moran, former ABC national correspondent, offers media analysis on corporate pressure and FCC influence. Jasmine Crockett, U.S. Representative from Texas and Senate candidate, discusses her Texas race, a Paramount phone call about a rival interview, and upcoming testimony tied to the Epstein probe. They explore censorship, equal-time questions, and how media power shapes political coverage.
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Challenge Bad Legal Guidance
- CBS could have legally challenged Brendan Carr's interpretation instead of preemptively pulling the interview.
- Media organizations should resist regulatory intimidation by asserting legal rights rather than simply avoiding conflict.
Ownership Shapes Editorial Choices
- Corporate ownership and political courting can shape newsroom decisions and programming.
- Jen Psaki links Paramount leadership's ties to Trump with editorial choices at CBS.
Censorship Can Elevate Candidates
- The censorship attempt drew more attention to James Tallarico and both Texas Democrats, increasing their reach.
- Psaki notes polling shows Crockett and Tallarico competitive, making the race a target of censorship efforts.