Business · 19 August 2026

Disney's ABC sues FCC over Trump's broadcast license threats

Disney-owned ABC is suing the US regulator FCC, claiming its actions threaten free speech rights. The lawsuit seeks to block the FCC from moving ahead with proceedings to revoke broadcast licenses. President Donald Trump's repeated calls for broadcasters to remove shows and individuals he finds objectionable prompted the lawsuit.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 August 2026 at 4:07

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