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Stephen Colbert says CBS banned him from airing this James Talarico interview

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CBS prevented Stephen Colbert from broadcasting an interview with Texas Democratic representative James Talarico after CBS lawyers warned that the network could face FCC scrutiny over the equal-time rule. The interview was withheld to avoid potential regulatory repercussions, prompting Colbert to address the issue on his show.

Written from all 3 reports below, not from any single one.

How it was reported

  1. The Verge·
    Stephen Colbert says CBS banned him from airing this James Talarico interview

    Stephen Colbert says CBS blocked him from airing an interview with James Talarico, a Texas Democratic representative. CBS lawyers told him he couldn't have Talarico on the show. This occurred as Anderson Cooper was leaving his position at the network.

  2. Hacker News·
    CBS didn't air Rep. James Talarico interview out of fear of FCC

    CBS didn't air Rep. James Talarico's interview due to fear of FCC repercussions. The interview was withheld to avoid potential regulatory issues. This decision was made to minimize risks.

  3. Ars Technica·
    Stephen Colbert says CBS forbid interview of Democrat because of FCC threat

    Stephen Colbert was forbidden by CBS from interviewing Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico due to an FCC threat. The FCC may enforce the equal-time rule on late-night and daytime talk shows. Colbert defied the order by discussing the issue on his show.

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