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Claim Text: The amicus brief states that FCC Chairman Carr cited Trump's executive orders, neither of which "offered a definition of DEI" but simply "seemed to assume DEI, however defined, is a per se violation of existing civil rights laws."
Simplified Text: The amicus brief states that FCC Chairman Carr cited Trump's executive orders, which did not define DEI but assumed it was a per se violation of civil rights laws.
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Claim Maker: Amicus brief
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Subject Tags: Legal Policy Attributed Statement
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Created: October 1, 2026 at 10:05 AM (1 week ago)
Last Updated: October 1, 2026 at 10:05 AM (1 week ago)

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Free Speech Groups Say the FCC's Disney/ABC Investigation 'Reeks of Political Pretext'

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https://reason.com/2026/09/22/free-speech-groups-say-the-fccs-disney-abc-investigation-reeks-of-political-pretext

Free speech groups, including FIRE and Cato, are challenging the FCC's investigation into Disney/ABC's broadcast licenses, calling it politically motivated. They argue the FCC's actions are an unconstitutional attempt to punish ABC for its independent journalism.

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