US opens antitrust probe into TV networks for halting Trump coverage

The US Department of Justice has opened an antitrust probe into TV networks for halting coverage of President Trump's press conferences.

The investigation will look into whether the decision by the White House press pool violated antitrust laws.

This is a significant political and legal development, scoring an 8 on Axis A.

However, as this event does not directly impact seafarers, it scores a 4 on Axis B.