# US Senate panel sets hearing for Trump’s FCC pick; ABC TV licenses in focus

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/us-senate-panel-sets-hearing-for-trumps-fcc-pick-abc-tv-licenses-in-focus/
- Published: 2026-11-03T20:41:56+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-03T23:02:54+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/us-senate-panel-sets-hearing-trumps-fcc-pick-abc-tv-licenses-in-focus-6517916
- Topics: Americas, Entertainment, Government, Politics, TV, World

## Key points

- Senate hearing for Trump’s FCC nominee is set for 10 November.
- The FCC is reviewing eight Disney-owned ABC station licences early.
- Disney has sued to block the review.

## Summary

The Senate Commerce Committee has scheduled a 10 November hearing on Danielle Thumann Severs, President Donald Trump’s nominee for one of two vacancies on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The hearing matters because the regulator is reviewing the licences of eight Disney-owned ABC stations, a move that has raised concerns about political pressure on broadcasters.

The FCC has three commissioners: two Republicans and one Democrat, Anna Gomez; a fourth member would leave the party balance and quorum rules in focus. In April, FCC Chair Brendan Carr ordered an early review of ABC’s licences, which were not due for renewal until October 2028. Disney has sued to stop the review, and a judge has yet to rule; Severs may also face questions about wireless spectrum policy and SpaceX’s bid to compete with major US telecoms firms.

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