Mr. Ruddy said both NewsGuard and Global Disinformation Index are working to defund conservative media and pose "a threat to our constitutional freedoms and an attack on free speech."
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"Newsmax recognizes and appreciates that DIRECTV clearly supports diverse voices, including conservative ones," Mr. Ruddy said. "As a standalone company, DIRECTV gave Newsmax its start nearly a decade ago as it continues to do with upcoming news networks, which is why we are pleased to reach a mutually beneficial agreement that will deliver our network to DIRECTV, DIRECTV STREAM and U-verse customers over the next several years."
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