Trump admin fights ABC lawsuit as watchdogs worry Disney will settle with FCC
Summary
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) asked a court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Disney, which challenges the FCC’s early review of ABC’s broadcast licenses. The FCC says it is investigating claims that Disney’s diversity policies involve unlawful discrimination, and watchdog groups want to join the case because they worry Disney might settle without protecting the public interest.Key Facts
- Disney sued the FCC on August 18, claiming the agency is retaliating against ABC for content President Donald Trump dislikes.
- The FCC responded by asking the court to dismiss Disney’s lawsuit and allow the ongoing review of ABC’s broadcast licenses to continue.
- The review focuses on allegations that Disney engaged in unlawful discrimination related to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies.
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has said no final decision has been made and the agency is open-minded, following the facts and the law.
- Two watchdog groups and individual viewers want to join the lawsuit to ensure Disney does not settle in a way that harms the public.
- The FCC said Disney’s responses to their questions were insufficient, leading to the early license review.
- The FCC noted that broadcasters must serve the public interest to keep their licenses.
- The case is being heard in the US District Court for the District of Columbia, but the FCC argues such orders should be reviewed by appeals courts.
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