Media monopolies occur when a single company or organization controls a significant portion of the media landscape, including television, radio, newspapers, and online platforms. This concentration of ownership can limit diversity in viewpoints and reduce the variety of content available to the public, as fewer voices dominate the conversation. Such monopolies can influence public opinion and shape political discourse by controlling the information that reaches audiences. Regulatory bodies, like the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States, monitor these practices to promote competition and protect consumers from the negative effects of concentrated media ownership.