ABC demands FCC drop its ‘punitive’ early license renewal of its stations

ABC opposes FCC's early license renewal of its stations, calling it 'punitive' and a threat to free speech. The move is unprecedented and seen as a pretext for revoking licenses. ABC alleges the FCC's motivations are to chill speech of broadcasters. The company has filed its formal opposition to the FCC's effort. The outcome could impact broadcasters nationwide.