Disney and ABC Challenge FCC’s Early License Renewals
TL;DR
Disney and ABC filed a federal lawsuit to block an FCC order that forced eight ABC-owned TV stations to file for license renewals years ahead of schedule, arguing the move is a retaliatory attack on free speech tied to DEI investigations and political pressure from the Trump era. The filings give stations only 30 days to prepare, despite renewals not due until 2028, and seek a quick hearing and temporary restraining order as the FCC defends its public-interest obligations.
- Disney and ABC sue FCC, seeking to stop early license renewal process NBC News
- ABC Sues F.C.C. to Block Threat to Its TV Licenses The New York Times
- Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC CNBC
- Live updates: Disney sues Trump administration’s FCC over challenge to broadcast licenses AP News
- Disney sues Trump’s FCC over ‘retaliatory campaign’ against ABC CNN
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