Disney Sues FCC Over 'Retaliatory' Licence Review Following Trump-Kimmel Clash
The Walt Disney Company and ABC have filed a lawsuit against the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over the regulator's decision to review their broadcast licences early.
The FCC ordered eight ABC-owned television stations to submit their licence renewal applications years ahead of schedule, citing an investigation into diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
Disney argues that this action is a retaliatory move against the network for its programming decisions disliked by the Trump administration, specifically targeting late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's criticism of President Donald Trump.