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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Caitlin Hornik and Kevin E G Perry

Jimmy Kimmel backlash intensifies as FCC orders ABC to renew broadcast licenses early

The FCC has told ABC that it must apply to renew its broadcast licenses by May 28, as the network deals with the fallout of Jimmy Kimmel’s controversial joke about Melania Trump.

The licenses were not due to expire until 2028. A filing indicated that the early renewal request is related to a previous investigation into the company’s DEI practices.

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