Apple's news application, which boasts over 3,000 publications, has come under fire for allegedly excluding conservative viewpoints. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has urged Apple to examine its content curation practices, citing concerns that the suppression of certain ideological perspectives could breach consumer protection laws.
In a letter from FTC chair Andrew Ferguson, he highlighted a report from the Media Research Center, which claimed that Apple News did not include articles from right-leaning sources among its top 20 morning stories last month. The letter's implications have resonated within conservative media, garnering attention from figures such as former President Donald Trump.
Despite the mounting scrutiny, a representative from Apple refrained from commenting on the matter. The company maintains that its news service prioritizes quality journalism, rejecting content that lacks factual accuracy or fails to meet established journalistic standards.
While Ferguson emphasized the FTC's role in consumer protection, he acknowledged the agency's limited authority over Apple's operations. He encouraged a thorough review of Apple's policies to ensure compliance with its stated terms of service.