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Stephen Colbert says CBS didn't air interview with Texas Democrat out of fear of FCC
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February 18, 2026
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3:28Now Playing“Late Show” host Stephen Colbert said that CBS did not air the interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico, citing recent guidance from the Federal Communications Commission. NBC News’ Garrett Haake explains the FCC’s equal-time rule regarding political candidates and how CBS is responding to the claims.
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