FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has launched an investigation into NPR and PBS, asserting that underwriting announcements may resemble prohibited commercial advertisements. Both organizations deny any wrongdoing, stating their compliance with federal regulations. This inquiry comes as Congressional discussions intensify over the future of taxpayer funding for public broadcasting. Supporters warn that such actions could threaten the information ecosystem, while critics claim public funding supports biased programming. The investigation adds tension to existing disagreements over public broadcasting's funding and regulation in a changing media landscape.