Disney Sues FCC Over 'Retaliatory Campaign' Against ABC Stations in Early Renewal Proceedings
Disney sued the FCC over what it called a 'retaliatory campaign against' its ABC network, seeking to block early broadcast license renewal proceedings for its stations in a lawsuit alleging First Amendment violations.
Disney sued the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Tuesday, seeking to block the agency's early broadcast license renewal proceedings for ABC stations, alleging a 'retaliatory campaign' against the network in violation of its First Amendment rights. The lawsuit claims that the FCC's actions are intended to punish Disney for opposing the merger of rival media companies. Disney is seeking to halt the early renewal process and have the FCC reconsider its decision. If successful, the ruling could potentially block ABC stations from being licensed anew until a full review is conducted.
