The Federal Communications Commission is reviewing Disney's request to classify 'The View' as a bona fide news program, exempting it from equal opportunity rules for political candidates. This follows an FCC order to review licenses of ABC stations owned by Disney.
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced the public comment period on Disney's petition. - Disney argues 'The View' is comparable to news interview shows like 'Meet the Press.' - The license review was initiated after President Trump and Melania Trump called for Jimmy Kimmel's firing.
- 'The View' regularly features hosts and guests critical of Trump. The outcome could affect how broadcasters handle political candidate appearances on talk shows.