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Colbert: CBS Avoided Talarico Interview Due to FCC
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 11:05 AM ET
Summary: Stephen Colbert claims CBS refrained from airing Rep. Talarico's interview due to fears of FCC repercussions.
WHO: Stephen Colbert, Rep. James Talarico
WHAT: Interview not aired
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 10:39 AM ET
WHERE: New York
WHY: Fear of FCC repercussions
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