Watch James Talarico Interview Stephen Colbert Says CBS Refused to Air
Summary
CBS did not allow Stephen Colbert to air an interview with Texas State Representative James Talarico due to concerns about federal election rules. The interview was instead posted on The Late Show's YouTube channel. CBS's decision comes shortly after announcing the end of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2026.Key Facts
- CBS blocked Stephen Colbert from airing an interview with James Talarico, citing election rules.
- The Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) "equal time" rule was the reason given for not airing the interview.
- The "equal time" rule requires broadcasters to give equal airtime to all political candidates.
- CBS announced The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will end in May 2026.
- James Talarico is running in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Texas.
- Talarico shared the unaired interview on The Late Show's YouTube channel.
- Talarico criticized Republicans and media executives, alleging control over media narratives.
- Stephen Colbert noted that CBS said The Late Show's cancelation was for financial reasons.
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