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Trump admin fights ABC lawsuit as watchdogs worry Disney will settle with FCC

Friday, September 4, 2026


The Federal Communications Commission told a court it remains open to the possibility that ABC could lose broadcast licenses, according to a filing in ongoing litigation between the Trump administration and ABC. The case stems from allegations related to ABC's coverage. Disney, which owns ABC, has not announced whether it intends to settle with the FCC. Broadcast license renewals require FCC approval, and the agency can deny or condition renewals based on its assessment of whether a station serves the public interest.

Original reporting: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/09/trump-admin-fights-abc-lawsuit-as-watchdogs-worry-disney-will-settle-with-fcc/

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