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FCC Targets ABC Stations Over DEI | Durham News
ABC-owned TV stations are locked in a high-stakes battle with the FCC over early license renewals, sparking a firestorm of public support and First Amendment debates. With over 150,000 comments backing the stations — including from state legislators, nonprofits, and even the Duke Cancer Institute — locals see these broadcasters as vital public service outlets. Critics argue the FCC’s sudden move, tied to scrutiny of ABC’s DEI efforts and its political coverage on “The View,” is politically motivated and designed to chill free speech. The stations claim the FCC is retaliating for their…
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