Event Overview
FCC ordering review of Disney broadcast station licenses
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is conducting an early review of broadcast licenses for several local television stations owned by Disney, which includes ABC. This review is part of an investigation into Disney's diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. The FCC's action follows recent comments made by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, which drew criticism from President Trump. Sources indicate that the FCC, led by Trump appointee Brendan Carr, is likely to use this investigation as a basis for the review. The review is set to require Disney to file license renewals by May 28, 2026.
The FCC's review may impact Disney's broadcast operations, as the company is required to submit license renewals for its stations by May 28, 2026, amid scrutiny over its diversity practices.
FCC ordering review of Disney broadcast station licenses
The FCC is ordering an early review of the broadcast licenses of several local television stations owned and operated by Disney, the sprawling media and entertainment conglomerate that owns ABC. In a filing made on Tuesday, the department confirmed it had been conducting an investigation into Disney’s diversity.
FCC orders early review of Disney’s TV licenses
FCC orders early review of Disney’s TV licenses
FCC reviews ABC stations' broadcast licenses after Kimmel's 'expectant widow' comment
The Federal Communications Commission is reviewing the broadcast licenses of local stations directly owned by ABC . Tuesday’s order came just days after President Trump demanded the firing of the network late-night host Jimmy Kimmel for saying first lady Melania Trump had a good “expectant widow” look. The agency said.
Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy
As the Trump administration pressures ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel, the Trump-aligned FCC is challenging the network’s station licenses, setting up a legal battle with ABC’s parent company Disney. “Disney’s ABC is hereby directed to file license renewals for all of their licensed TV stations within 30 days — in other.
Trump-aligned FCC plans to challenge ABC's licenses with early review
Sources tell CNN that the FCC—led by Trump-appointee Brendan Carr—is planning to initiate an early review of Disney’s licenses to use public airwaves, years before they come up for renewal. The FCC is likely to point to an investigation of Disney’s DEI practices for the review, but the announcement comes just one day.