The federal rule that expanded regulations of American political news coverage beyond just the provision of time for candidates to the content of political news coverage itself is called the

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The Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Fairness Doctrine expanded beyond the requirements of the equal time rule, which only mandated that candidates had equal access to airtime. The Fairness Doctrine required broadcasters to cover controversial issues of public importance and give a balanced presentation of viewpoints on those issues. The doctrine was repealed in 1987.

The Federal Rule That Expanded Regulations of American Political News