Rutenberg mentioned, in particular, “The View,” the ABC roundtable talk show that many conservatives have called partisan. Should the FCC look at this program and similar shows as to whether it is bona fide news — or something running afoul of Commission rules? Policing content is something many have voiced strong objections to when it comes to the FCC. The Chairman replied that he’s been pretty clear about how for several years or decades, “the FCC has walked away from enforcing the public interest standard when it comes to local broadcasters.” And, he doesn’t think the FCC straying from the standard has been a good thing. Thus, there is a “news distortion” policy at the FCC.