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Colbert Claims CBS Censored Democrat Interview
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Summary: Stephen Colbert reveals CBS's decision against a Democrat interview was financially motivated due to FCC threats.
WHO: Stephen Colbert
WHAT: CBS forbids interview of Democrat
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET
WHERE: New York
WHY: Financial reasons related to FCC threats
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