Election Robocalls Outrage Starks, Rosenworcel
FCC Democrats pledged action against robocalls seeking to confuse voters in Tuesday’s election. “I'm going to get to the bottom of this,” tweeted Commissioner Geoffrey Starks. “Illegal robocalls and robotexts that seek to impact our elections are unacceptable.” Commissioner Jessica…
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Rosenworcel asked citizens to report such calls, tweeting, “The FCC has the authority to fine bad actors responsible for illegal robocalls.” Michigan AG Dana Nessel (D) said robocalls were spreading election misinformation in Flint. New York AG Letitia James (D) is investigating, her office said Tuesday. "Attempts to hinder voters from exercising their right to cast their ballots are disheartening, disturbing, and wrong." Rep. Val Demings, D-Fla., tweeted concerns about robocalls in her state. The Enforcement Bureau was aware of the issue, said an FCC official.