Investigation into ABC’s “The View” Suggested by FCC Chairman

On Thursday, FCC Chairman Brendan Kerr expressed his belief that an investigation into ABC’s daytime talk show “The View” might be warranted. This follows the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel from his show. Kerr raised concerns during his appearance on the “Scott Jennings Show,” suggesting that a left-leaning program like “The View” could be failing to adhere to the FCC’s ‘equal time’ rules. These regulations require broadcasters to offer equal opportunities to all political candidates, with some exceptions for designated news shows.

“You could argue that ‘The View’ qualifies as a genuine news show, but I’m not entirely convinced,” Kerr stated, adding that it’s worthwhile for the FCC to examine whether programs like “The View” actually meet the standards of legitimate news reporting.

Sunny Hostin, a host on “The View,” has warned that the cancellation of shows like Colbert’s might lead to serious constitutional implications.

Fox News Digital reached out to ABC and Disney for their comments on this matter. Furthermore, a report by the Media Research Center highlighted that between January and April 2025, “The View” did not host a single right-leaning guest to discuss political topics, while welcoming 63 liberal guests, including nine Democrats.

The Trump administration previously criticized “The View,” with hosts making remarks that were deemed aggressive towards former President Trump. In fact, a White House spokesman indicated that continual attacks could result in the show being “taken off the air.”

An entertainment attorney close to ABC expressed concerns, stating that “The View” could be the next to face cancellation, indicating a decline in its liberal brand.

Kerr’s comments followed the indefinite suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” due to controversial remarks made by Kimmel. He had criticized a recent incident involving Charlie Kirk, mentioning the struggles faced by the “MAGA gang” in defending their political stance.

Before this announcement, Kerr had been openly critical of ABC and Disney regarding Kimmel’s statements. He emphasized that as chairman of the FCC, he aims to promote public interest, which differs significantly from other platforms of communication.

“Broadcasters have a unique responsibility, and they can choose to adapt their behaviors,” Kerr remarked, stressing that there are various means for companies to address these issues.