FCC launches early review of Disney's ABC broadcast licenses amid DEI investigation

The FCC under Chairman Brendan Carr initiated an early renewal review of Disney's ABC broadcast station licenses on Tuesday, citing the company's insufficient response to an inquiry related to an ongoing DEI discrimination investigation. Carr stated the review was unrelated to President Trump's calls for ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, though the timing coincides with Trump's criticism of Kimmel and Disney's refusal to distance itself from the comedian. Disney has declined to comment on pressure to fire Kimmel and maintains his show on air through his existing contract.