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.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 2 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ FCC calling for early review of Disney's broadcast license as Kimmel clash continues — CBS News — Top
- ▪ FCC orders early reviews of Disney-owned ABC stations — All News
- ▪ FCC calls in Disney-owned ABC stations for early license review in wake of Jimmy Kimmel controversy — Fox News
- ▪ FCC to order early license reviews of Disney-owned ABC stations, source says - Reuters — Google News
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| Publication time | Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:41:30 GMT |
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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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