Federal Communications Commission

Jimmy Kimmel announced that his upcoming interview with Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico will be posted directly to YouTube instead of airing on the Jimmy Kimmel Live television broadcast. The decision follows a series of threats from the Trump‑era Federal Communications Commission, which Kimmel said had warned the show, ABC, and its affiliates that it would retaliate against “simple, traditional editorial decisions” such as booking guests. Kimmel expressed concern that local ABC affiliates in Texas could face repercussions if the interview aired on network television. By moving the segment online, the show aims to protect those affiliates while still providing the interview to viewers. The shift underscores the influence of regulatory bodies on political programming and the lengths networks will go to avoid potential sanctions.

A US government proposal to restrict foreign-made drones has sparked concerns among American police and farmers. The proposal, aimed at combating China's dominance in the drone market, has received overwhelming opposition from the public. According to Greg Reverdiau, an Arizona-based drone trainer, over 98% of the 3,800 comments submitted to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) opposed the proposal or raised concerns about it. Reverdiau, the founder of Pilot Institute, which helps aviators obtain licenses, noted that the unusual consensus among the public comments was a sign of the proposal's potential impact. The proposal's failure to pass these checks suggests that it may not be effective in addressing concerns about foreign-made drones.

Former President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social account that NBC News anchor Kristen Welker would be reported to the Federal Communications Commission for "rebuke or punishment." The statement was posted on Sunday. Welker hosts NBC's "Meet the Press." Trump’s claim adds to a series of public criticisms of the network. No further details were provided about the alleged violations or the FCC’s response.

Disney, ABC, and eight affiliated broadcast stations filed a lawsuit in the U. S. District Court for the District of Columbia against the Federal Communications Commission and FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. The suit seeks to halt a campaign the companies say is a “campaign of censorship” launched by the Trump administration against ABC. Disney alleges the FCC is violating the First Amendment by retaliating against the company’s protected expression, citing repeated attacks on ABC’s journalism and programming. The complaint also requests a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to stop FCC proceedings that could deny renewals of broadcast licenses held by ABC stations.