Overview

• Brendan Carr said Thursday it may be worthwhile for the FCC to examine whether ABC’s The View still qualifies as a bona fide news program exempt from equal time requirements.
• ABC has indefinitely suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! after criticism from Carr and major station groups over the host’s remarks earlier in the week.
• If The View or similar programs lose their exemption, broadcasters could be required to grant equal opportunities to rival political candidates, creating operational and booking challenges.
• The View aired a new live episode Thursday without discussing Kimmel’s suspension despite both shows airing on ABC.
• Top Democrats have called for Carr’s resignation, and industry observers expect any move to narrow exemptions to face court challenges and affect television and radio alike.