NBC ABC Refuse to Carry Trump Primetime Speech
Networks ABC and NBC will stream President Trump’s upcoming address to the nation on their digital platforms, rather than broadcast it live on their main channels, although ABC News will provide anchored coverage and a special report will follow on NBC. This decision reflects a network practice of evaluating the subject matter and context of presidential addresses, having previously opted against airing speeches from other presidents. The President has indicated the speech will focus on “election integrity,” potentially raising doubts about past elections or addressing upcoming midterms.
John Q. Hosedrinker