Disney sues FCC over broadcast-license threat

Disney's ABC has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission. The lawsuit claims the FCC's attempts to challenge ABC's broadcast licenses and regulate "The View" violate the law and aim to suppress speech critical of the Trump administration.

The conflict between ABC and the FCC started with an investigation into Disney's diversity, equity and inclusion programs. According to Investing.com, ABC executives believed this probe was a reaction to content on network shows, including "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and "The View", which have criticized the Trump administration.

The lawsuit alleges the FCC's actions are illegal and designed to silence speech the Trump administration opposes. Disney says the Trump administration “has attacked ABC’s speech — the stories its journalists report and the viewpoints its network programs air.”

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