ABC is challenging the FCC's investigation into The View's compliance with equal-time rules, arguing the probe violates First Amendment rights and threatens established broadcast practices. The network contends that talk shows have historically been exempt from equal-time requirements for political candidates, and that the FCC is overstepping its authority by demanding new compliance measures.
Background
The equal-time rule is a longstanding FCC regulation requiring broadcasters to provide equal airtime to all legally qualified political candidates. However, news interviews and news events have traditionally been exempt from this requirement.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- May 9, 2026 at 05:08 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10