Disney and ABC Ask FCC to Reject Petitions to Deny TV License Renewals, Say Agency Is Taking ‘Punitive’ Action Against Broadcasters Trump Dislikes
Variety • 7/28/2026 – 7/30/2026
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- 2026-07-28
- 2026-07-30Disney and ABC Ask FCC to Reject Petitions to Deny TV License Renewals, Say Agency Is Taking ‘Punitive’ Action Against Broadcasters Trump Dislikes (current)
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