FCC Reviews ABC Licenses After Kimmel Joke
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The Federal Communications Commission has ordered an early review of broadcast licenses for ABC television stations following a controversial joke by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel that drew calls from the White House for his firing.
The review targets eight ABC stations owned by Disney and comes amid heightened political tensions between the Trump administration and major media organizations.
The FCC says the action is tied to its oversight of broadcaster compliance with public interest requirements, while critics argue the move raises concerns about political pressure and media independence.
ABC’s parent company Disney has not publicly commented on the review.
The review targets eight ABC stations owned by Disney and comes amid heightened political tensions between the Trump administration and major media organizations.
The FCC says the action is tied to its oversight of broadcaster compliance with public interest requirements, while critics argue the move raises concerns about political pressure and media independence.
ABC’s parent company Disney has not publicly commented on the review.
