Mediagazer: In a letter to Congress, broadcasters associations from all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico push for relief aid for local media in upcoming COVID-19 bills (Carolyn Giardina/Hollywood Reporter)

8:50 PM ET, July 19, 2020

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