Fishback Escalates Fight With Disney After Lifetime Ban, Demands Apology and Policy Review

Legal experts say the company can enforce its no-solicitation rules on private property.

Overview

James Fishback was removed from Walt Disney World in late December after an unsanctioned meet-and-greet that drew more than 150 supporters, and he received a trespass order described as a lifetime ban across Disney properties.
Following the ban, Fishback accused Disney of political targeting and of “manipulating the youth,” turning the confrontation into a central theme of his 2026 campaign.
Fishback’s open letter to CEO Bob Iger demands a formal apology, a personal meeting, and a review of guest and political interaction policies.
As of January 5, Disney has not issued a formal response, and legal analysts cited in coverage emphasize Disney’s private-property rights and its prohibition on solicitation and political activity without approval.
Coverage reports a post-incident boost in Fishback’s name recognition and small-dollar donations, while his legal team signals a challenge that invokes Disney’s special-district history as grounds for heightened scrutiny.