US President Donald Trump's administration has escalated its conflict with ABC television, ordering early license examinations for the network's television stations. This is a rare move taken under the leadership of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr.
The editorial board reports that this action coincides with a time when US President Donald Trump is pressuring ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel over his controversial jokes. This decision has sparked widespread discussion in the country's political circles.
The FCC states that the examination pertains to an investigation into Disney's diversity programs. However, critics claim that this is retaliation for the airing of Kimmel's show.
Comedian Kimmel had previously made an unethical joke against Melania Trump, which was perceived as very demeaning by Donald Trump.