# Trump administration fights ABC lawsuit as watchdogs fear Disney-FCC settlement

https://mins.news/en/item/46018

- Ars Technica, 2026-09-04 19:46 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/09/trump-admin-fights-abc-lawsuit-as-watchdogs-worry-disney-will-settle-with-fcc/

> The Federal Communications Commission asked a court to dismiss Disney’s lawsuit and allow a proceeding that could lead to ABC’s broadcast licenses not being renewed. Two watchdog groups and ABC viewers are seeking to intervene, warning that Disney could reach a settlement with the FCC that would not serve the public interest. Disney opposes their request.

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