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NewsweekFCC Equal Time Rule Dispute Sparks Controversy Over Colbert Interview, CBS Decision, and Fundraising Surge
Stephen Colbert told his audience that CBS lawyers barred him from airing an interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, citing FCC equal time rule concerns. CBS denied prohibiting the broadcast, saying it provided legal guidance about potential equal time obligations. Colbert posted the interview on YouTube, where it gained millions of views, and Talarico raised $2.5 million in 24 hours.





