Disney sues US regulator, claiming political retaliation over ABC stations
Summary
Disney has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to stop an early review of broadcast licenses for eight ABC TV stations. The company claims the early review is a political move by President Donald Trump's administration to punish ABC after it angered the president.Key Facts
- Disney sued the FCC in a federal court in Washington, DC.
- The FCC asked ABC stations to renew their licenses early, even though some licenses still had years left.
- Disney says this early review is political retaliation by President Trump’s administration.
- The lawsuit includes examples of President Trump’s social media posts threatening ABC over its news coverage.
- The FCC said the early renewal request was linked to diversity and inclusion practices at Disney and an investigation of ABC’s show The View.
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has warned broadcasters that airing “fake news” could lead to losing their licenses.
- President Trump has publicly criticized ABC and demanded the firing of Jimmy Kimmel, an ABC talk show host.
- Disney asked the court for a fast hearing and a temporary stop to the license review process.
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