ABC asks federal judge to block FCC's early license review, citing retaliation by Trump administration

TL;DR

ABC is asking a federal judge to block an FCC proceeding that requires an early review of its broadcast licenses.
The network claims the FCC initiated this review as retaliation for content that offended the Trump administration, citing statements from President Trump and FCC Chair Brendan Carr.
ABC argues this action is an abuse of government power and is having a "chilling effect" on its editorial decision-making.
The Justice Department, representing the FCC, contends that the early license review was triggered by Disney's failure to adequately respond to an investigation into its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
The core legal arguments center on whether Disney and ABC have the right to challenge the FCC's process in federal district court, with the Justice Department arguing for an administrative appeal process.

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