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Trump’s FCC started another media war. But it has lost before and can lose again.

Trump’s FCC moved to review all ABC broadcast licenses, citing diversity and inclusion policies.
The move follows Trump’s call to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over a so-called scandal.
Analysts say pushback against Trump’s media pressure has in the past led to reversals, such as Kimmel’s return to ABC.
The briefing links the ABC action to broader merger news between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, noting foreign ownership concerns.
The filing indicates foreign investors could own 49.5% of the new merged company, higher than typical limits.
The article states foreign ownership would be non-voting shares, but still a notable regulatory alert.
The briefing emphasizes that pushback can influence regulatory outcomes, citing past examples with Kimmel and Disney.
The report notes eight state attorneys general filed a lawsuit challenging the Paramount-Warner merger.
The piece indicates the merger is temporarily on hold amid the lawsuit proceedings.
The briefing identifies potential public-interest considerations as a factor in regulatory decisions.
Allison Detzel contributed to the briefing, underscoring collaborative reporting.

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