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Disney and ABC Sue FCC Over Threats to Broadcast Licenses. Disney and ABC have sued the Federal Communications Commission, challenging early reviews of eight station licenses. The companies accuse the Trump administration of using regulatory powers to punish them over unwanted broadcast content. Disney argues the FCC’s actions violate First Amendment protections and represent an attack on free speech. The dispute follows repeated criticism from President Donald Trump toward ABC programs and journalists critical of his administration. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr ordered the license reviews in April, despite renewals normally being considered in 2028. The agency says its investigation concerns whether Disney’s diversity policies violated federal discrimination laws, which Disney strongly denies. A federal judge has ordered both sides to propose a schedule for considering Disney’s request. The company wants the court to temporarily block the FCC from advancing the license proceedings. The case could become a major test of media freedom and government influence over broadcasters.
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