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Disney and ABC sue FCC to block early review of eight station licenses
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Disney and ABC have filed a lawsuit against the FCC to halt an early review of eight station licenses, alleging the administration is retaliating over editorial decisions.
This lawsuit challenges the FCC's ability to condition broadcast licenses on programming decisions, a precedent that could affect any media company's editorial independence. The outcome may determine how much regulatory risk broadcasters face when making content choices.
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Disney and ABC filed suit in U.S. District Court in Washington to block an early review of eight station licenses.
The lawsuit alleges the FCC is retaliating for programming and editorial decisions the administration dislikes, violating First Amendment rights.
The FCC says the move stems from a year-long investigation into Disney's diversity policies, which Disney denies.
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