Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC

Disney's ABC has sued the FCC claiming its investigation and early broadcast licenses renewal are a 'retaliatory campaign' due to its programming.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 18, 2026 at 9:15 AM ET · First coverage Aug 18, 2026 at 11:09 AM ET

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