Ofcom is investigating GB News over a Donald Trump interview after initially declining to probe the matter.
The UK media regulator, which has had a rocky relationship with the broadcaster for years, initially gave the network a pass. But according to Deadline Hollywood, they have opened a formal investigation into presenter Bev Turner's November interview with the former president.
In the interview, Trump made claims about climate change, calling human-induced global warming "a hoax."
Ofcom has been engaged in a lengthy series of disputes with GB News over various content complaints. The channel, which launched in 2021, has generated numerous viewer complaints and regulatory scrutiny. The initial decision not to investigate may have been revisited following fresh complaints or new evidence.
GB News has positioned itself as a challenger to the BBC's dominance, but regulatory pressure continues to complicate that strategy. The channel faces ongoing scrutiny from media watchdogs.
Turner is one of GB News's most prominent on-air personalities. The investigation could affect the channel's editorial operations. The regulator will examine whether the broadcast met UK standards for accuracy and impartiality—a significant concern when global claims about climate science are involved.
Ofcom's investigation is ongoing. The regulator will be examining how the interview was conducted and whether appropriate editorial oversight was in place.
