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FCC's Carr Says ABC License Review Tied to Discrimination Probe, Not Trump's Posts.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nylen, Leah 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) decision to initiate an early review of ABC's broadcast licenses, citing concerns that parent company Walt Disney Co. violated anti-discrimination policies by creating racially segregated spaces. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr emphasized that the decision was made independently of President Donald Trump's calls to fire ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, whose show has drawn presidential criticism. Disney has no plans to remove Kimmel before his contract ends in 2027 and is preparing for a prolonged dispute with the FCC. Democratic FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez criticized the agency for targeting Disney while ignoring broadcasters supportive of the current administration. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:193408528
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