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flag CBS blocked Stephen Colbert’s interview with Texas Rep. James Talarico over FCC rules, sparking criticism over political motives.

flag Stephen Colbert revealed on February 17, 2026, that CBS blocked his planned interview with Democratic Texas State Representative James Talarico, citing concerns over the FCC’s equal time rule. flag The network prohibited both airing the interview and discussing its cancellation. flag Colbert criticized the decision, suggesting it was driven by political motives, especially as the FCC chairman had signaled potential changes to an existing talk show exemption. flag Despite the ban, the full interview was posted on the show’s YouTube channel, though Colbert could not promote it on air. flag Talarico, a Senate candidate, has raised over $20 million and gained widespread support ahead of the March 3 primary.

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