WASHINGTON —
Congress’ watchdog agency will study Latino representation and hiring in the film, television and publishing industries.
Prompted by the House Oversight Committee and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, the Government Accountability Office agreed this week to study Latino hiring in entertainment
"It's going to take a look at the whole ecosystem: the studios, the talent agencies, the guilds, everyone,"
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