Kimmel-Trump clash continues as FCC launches early review of ABC’s broadcast licenses

Kimmel-Trump clash continues as FCC launches early review of ABC’s broadcast licenses – CBS News Watch CBS News A day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC is launching an early review of the network’s broadcast licenses. Carter Evans has more. Source link

FCC orders early review of Disney’s TV licenses

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FCC calling for early review of Disney’s broadcast license as Kimmel clash continues

The Federal Communications Commission is calling for an early review of Disney’s broadcast license. An FCC official tells CBS News the order is related to the agency’s investigation into Disney’s diversity, equity and inclusion practices, but it also comes amid a feud between the White House and ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News’ Kelly O’Grady has … Read more

FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Trump calls for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired

The Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday said it has ordered the Walt Disney Co. to file for early license renewal applications for its ABC television stations.  The FCC said in its order that it is investigating ABC stations for “possible violations” of the Communications Act of 1934 and the agency’s prohibition on unlawful discrimination.  An … Read more

FCC expected to order Disney stations to file broadcast license renewals early

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FCC to direct Disney-owned TV stations to file early license renewals, source says

The Federal Communications Commission is expected to issue an order Tuesday directing Disney’s eight owned-and-operated television stations to file their broadcast license renewals ahead of schedule, according to a source with knowledge of the matter. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The source described the move … Read more

NFL defended streaming strategy in meeting with Trump administration regulators, FCC filing shows

NFL executives defended their media rights and streaming strategy in a meeting last week with Trump administration regulators, according to a Federal Communications Commission filing published Wednesday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The meeting came after the FCC announced it had launched a probe into … Read more

Your internet router could be China-linked: FCC cracks down on ‘unacceptable’ security risks

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is moving to block new foreign-made internet routers from entering the U.S. market, citing mounting concerns that overseas supply chains could expose American networks to cyber threats inside their own homes.  The move expands the agency’s “covered list,” which bars equipment … Read more

8 states file emergency motion to block Nexstar-Tegna merger after FCC approval

California and seven other states filed an emergency motion on Friday to stop the merger of broadcasting companies Nexstar and Tegna, a corporate tie-up that would create the country’s largest operator of local television stations. The eight attorneys general filed the motion for a temporary restraining order less than a day after the Federal Communications … Read more