Disney sues Trump’s FCC over ‘retaliatory campaign’ against ABC | CNN Business

cnn.com·Brian Stelter·2026-08-18T12:17:31.263Z
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Disney is suing the FCC, claiming the Trump administration is retaliating against ABC for its programming and criticism of Trump by targeting its broadcast licenses. The lawsuit argues that FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s actions—like demanding early license renewals—are politically motivated, not legitimate regulatory oversight. The article frames this as a threat to free speech and suggests the government is using its power to punish a media outlet it dislikes.

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