FCC Reviews Disney's Broadcast Licenses Following Jimmy Kimmel's Controversial Joke
Will Disney lose its licenses over Jimmy Kimmel’s Melania 'widow' joke? FCC review explained
Hindustan Times
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is contemplating an unusual review of The Walt Disney Company's broadcast licenses after Jimmy Kimmel's joke about First Lady Melania Trump. The review, prompted by backlash from President Trump, could impact Disney's operations, although no formal action has been confirmed yet.
- 01FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has challenged Disney's licenses following a controversial joke by Jimmy Kimmel.
- 02Kimmel's comment about Melania Trump has drawn criticism from the Trump family.
- 03Disney's stock fell nearly 1% amid the controversy.
- 04The FCC may order an early renewal of Disney's broadcast licenses, which are not due until 2028.
- 05Concerns over Disney's diversity initiatives have also fueled the FCC's scrutiny.
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reportedly considering an 'unprecedented' review of broadcast licenses held by The Walt Disney Company due to a joke made by Jimmy Kimmel on his ABC late-night show. Kimmel referred to First Lady Melania Trump as an 'expectant widow,' which sparked backlash from President Donald Trump and Melania Trump, who demanded Kimmel's firing. Although the FCC has not confirmed any formal review, Chairman Brendan Carr has previously criticized Disney's diversity initiatives, indicating that the review could also relate to these concerns. Following the controversy, Disney's stock experienced a nearly 1% drop. The FCC's potential actions include ordering Disney's eight stations to renew their licenses ahead of their scheduled renewal in 2028, a move described as unprecedented. Kimmel has defended his joke, labeling it a light roast, and has previously faced scrutiny from Carr, whom he criticized as 'Trump's little ferret.'
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