One America News Network and DirecTV Now: The Fallout of False Election Fraud Allegations

The relationship between One America News Network (OANN) and DirecTV Now has come to an abrupt end. As reported earlier, Dominion Voting Systems and Smartmatic elections technology company have taken legal action against the two outlets over their coverage of false presidential election fraud allegations.

In January 2022, DirecTV dropped OANN from its lineup, just a year after Democratic leaders in Congress sent a letter urging AT&T's CEO to stop carrying OANN, Newsmax, and Fox News. The decision came as a surprise to many, but it marks the latest development in a tumultuous relationship between the two parties.

OANN's coverage of false election fraud allegations has been met with criticism from both sides of the political spectrum. While some have praised their commitment to exposing supposed wrongdoing by Democratic politicians, others have criticized their sensationalized reporting and disregard for fact-checking.

The fallout has not gone unnoticed. More than 40 Republican lawmakers sent a letter to AT&T, warning that its unwillingness to work out a deal with Newsmax could result in hearings. Newsmax's CEO, Christopher Ruddy, described the decision as 'a blatant act of political discrimination and censorship.'

DirecTV, however, maintains that it is simply prioritizing customer satisfaction by evaluating programming options. According to a statement provided to the Daily News, the company wants to offer customers a diverse range of content at a reasonable cost.

In the meantime, Newsmax has accused DirecTV of censoring its network, claiming that rate increases were a major sticking point in negotiations. While some fans of OANN and Newsmax have taken to social media to express their outrage over the decision, others have praised DirecTV for taking a stand against sensationalized reporting.

The removal of OANN from DirecTV Now's lineup marks a significant shift in the media landscape. As more consumers turn to streaming services and online platforms for their news and entertainment needs, it remains to be seen whether this move will have any lasting impact on the future of cable television.

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