Gomez Statement on TEGNA Transfer to Nexstar Media

FCC Commissioner Gomez has issued a dissenting statement concerning the transfer of control of TEGNA Inc. to Nexstar Media Inc. The statement, released on March 20, 2026, details Commissioner Gomez's specific objections and rationale for opposing the transaction, indicating a disagreement within the Commission regarding the approval.

While this document is a statement of dissent and does not impose new compliance obligations, it signals potential areas of scrutiny for future media ownership transactions. Compliance officers in the telecommunications and media sectors should review the statement to understand the specific concerns raised by Commissioner Gomez, which may inform future regulatory expectations or enforcement priorities related to media consolidation.