FCC orders Disney review over Jimmy Kimmel's Melania Trump comments
Media Industry,Jimmy Kimmel,Disney,FCC,Melania Trump,Political Violence,ABC News,Free Speech
The Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday ordered an early review of Disney's broadcast licenses with ABC stations, with officials saying it's part of an investigation into those stations for alleged "unlawful discrimination" having to do with diversity, equity and inclusion.
This comes as President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are calling for ABC TV host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel to be punished for jokes made about the Trumps and others. Trump and his administration have targeted Kimmel before for his remarks. On Monday, Melania Trump criticized Kimmel for his "hateful and violent rhetoric," while White House Communication Director Steven Cheung urged ABC to fire him...
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