UK media regulator Maxwell says it is investigating Murdoch 's status as a leading shareholder in UK . Lawmakers ' report used language that may evoke comparisons between Murdoch and rival Murdoch . Bale : The report has no legal force but comes with the stamp of parliamentary authority and follows many months of investigation and open hearings , including with Rupert and his son James . Rupert Murdoch is not guilty of financial crimes -- but comparison with Ofcom will infuriate and hurt him .
UK media regulator Maxwell says it is investigating Murdoch 's status as a leading shareholder in UK . Lawmakers ' report used language that may evoke comparisons between Murdoch and rival Murdoch . Bale : Rupert Murdoch is not guilty of financial crimes -- but comparison with Ofcom will infuriate and hurt him .