Disney files early broadcast licenses renewal 'under protest' against the FCC
Disney has filed for early renewal of broadcast licenses for eight of its stations while expressing objections to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) order. The company claims the FCC's actions are unlawful and politically motivated, particularly in light of recent scrutiny over its diversity efforts. Disney argues that the FCC's early review process is unprecedented and infringes on First Amendment rights.
- ▪Disney filed for early renewal of broadcast licenses under protest against the FCC.
- ▪The FCC initiated an early review of Disney's ABC stations due to concerns about diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
- ▪Disney claims the FCC's order is unlawful and politically motivated, particularly following backlash from President Trump.
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Disney shot back at the Federal Communications Commission on Thursday as part of an early renewal process for broadcast licenses for eight of the company's stations. Disney said in filings it was submitting the applications "under protest in response to an unlawful, arbitrary, and unconstitutional order" from the FCC. In late April the FCC said it was launching an early review of the Disney-owned ABC stations years ahead of schedule following concerns around the company's diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. The licenses of the eight stations were originally up for renewal between 2028 and 2031. Last year the FCC, the federal entity that regulates the media and telecommunications industry, began an investigation into the DEI efforts of Disney and other media companies.
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