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Disney and ABC sue FCC amid controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel
The lawsuits arise from alleged retaliation by the Trump administration over content issued by Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Disney and ABC have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), claiming that the Trump administration is attempting to retaliate against them for content they find objectionable. This legal action is said to be an assault on free speech and is part of a broader dispute involving late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. The lawsuit comes nearly a year after Kimmel faced backlash for his comments regarding a controversial figure.
The Donald Trump administration is accused of leveraging threats to broadcast licenses in an effort to punish Disney and ABC for their programming selections. The suits assert violations of First Amendment rights, as the networks contend their freedoms are being hindered by the government's retaliatory actions.
In addition to the lawsuits from Disney and ABC, Rosie O'Donnell is set to guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live! tonight. O'Donnell has made headlines recently, including a taunting remark directed at Trump, highlighting her return to television amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Kimmel's show.