DISNEY’S GOT JOKES: ‘The View’ is “Bona Fide News”?!

Disney and Houston’s KTRK-TV are pulling out all the stops, petitioning the Federal Communications Commission to declare "The View" a "bona fide news" show. You heard that right! FCC Chairman Brendan Carr spilled the tea on Saturday, revealing this audacious attempt to rebrand the daytime talk show.

Now, why would they try such a wild stunt? Simple: news programs are exempt from those pesky equal time rules for political candidates. If "The View" gets this coveted "news" title, they can pretty much say whatever they want about politicians without having to give airtime to opposing views. Talk about a power move!

According to NY Post Entertainment, this isn’t just about the laughs and drama, it’s a strategic play to skirt regulations. Viewers are left wondering if their favorite gabfest is about to become a serious political powerhouse—or if this is just another ridiculous Hollywood headline. Stay tuned, because this story is just heating up.