FCC expected to order Disney stations to file broadcast license renewals early
The FCC is likely to require Disney's television stations to submit their broadcast license renewals earlier than usual. This decision is reportedly linked to comments made by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel regarding first lady Melania Trump. The order affects eight of Disney's owned-and-operated stations.
- ▪The FCC is expected to issue an order for early license renewals.
- ▪Disney operates eight television stations that will be impacted by this order.
- ▪The order is reportedly connected to comments made by Jimmy Kimmel.
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The Federal Communications Commission is expected to order Disney's eight owned-and-operated television stations to file their broadcast license renewals ahead of schedule, according to a source with knowledge of the matter. NBC News’ Chole Melas details how the order is related to late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's comments about first lady Melania Trump.April 28, 2026
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