James Talarico Accuses CBS of 'Selling Out' to Trump Over Blocked Interview

Texas Democrat James Talarico claims CBS blocked his interview with Stephen Colbert from airing, accusing the network of 'selling out' to Trump, a claim CBS denies.

17 Feb, 20:39 — 18 Feb, 01:51

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 5 sources cover this story

The story centers on Stephen Colbert's claim that CBS blocked an interview with James Talarico due to new FCC guidance, a claim CBS denies. While all outlets agree on the core dispute between Colbert and CBS, there are meaningful differences in how they frame the network's denial and the broader implications of the incident. Some reports highlight specific accusations or potential larger conflicts, while others focus solely on the immediate interview controversy.

What sources agree on

Stephen Colbert claimed CBS barred an interview with Texas Democratic candidate James Talarico.
CBS denied prohibiting the broadcast of the interview.
The controversy is linked to new FCC guidance or equal-time rules.
The interview with James Talarico was ultimately shared on YouTube.

Where they diverge

The framing of CBS's denial and the nature of the dispute.

Al JazeeraFox News

These outlets frame the situation as Colbert claiming CBS 'barred' or 'blocked' the interview, with CBS issuing a denial.

hollywood-reporterThe Independent

These outlets frame the situation as CBS 'hitting back' or 'denying' Colbert's claim, with Hollywood Reporter explicitly raising the question of who is lying or if both versions are technically true.

Broader implications and specific accusations beyond the immediate interview dispute.

Fox News

This outlet highlights James Talarico's accusation that CBS is 'selling out' to Trump.

wsj

This outlet focuses on Colbert 'Slamming FCC and CBS' and 'Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules,' indicating a larger conflict.

Al Jazeerahollywood-reporterThe Independent

These outlets primarily focus on the direct dispute between Colbert and CBS over the interview's airing, without these additional accusations or broader conflict framing.

Notable gaps

James Talarico's accusation of CBS 'selling out' to Trump.

Covered by foxnews · Not in aljazeera, hollywood-reporter, independent, wsj

The suggestion that both Colbert's and CBS's versions of events could be 'technically true'.

Covered by hollywood-reporter · Not in aljazeera, independent, foxnews, wsj

Colbert 'Slamming FCC and CBS' and 'Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules'.

Covered by wsj · Not in aljazeera, hollywood-reporter, independent, foxnews

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Coverage Timeline

wsj17 Feb, 20:39First to report

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

Fox News18 Feb, 01:00

James Talarico accuses CBS of 'selling out' to Trump as network denies Colbert's claim of blocking interview

The Independent18 Feb, 01:17

CBS hits back at Stephen Colbert after he claims top brass wouldn’t let him air interview with Texas candidate

hollywood-reporter18 Feb, 01:26

CBS Says It Didn’t Kill Stephen Colbert’s Interview With Senate Hopeful. Who’s Lying?

Al Jazeera18 Feb, 01:51

Stephen Colbert says CBS barred interview with Texas Democratic candidate

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Al Jazeera1h ago

Stephen Colbert says CBS barred interview with Texas Democratic candidate

US late-night show host says CBS pulled interview from Monday's broadcast over fears it could violate new FCC guidance.

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hollywood-reporter1h ago

CBS Says It Didn’t Kill Stephen Colbert’s Interview With Senate Hopeful. Who’s Lying?

Or: Is it a case where both versions of events are technically true? The network and the host offer dueling stories of what happened to a Texas congressman's appearance due to new FCC equal time rules.

By Winston Cho

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The Independent2h ago

CBS hits back at Stephen Colbert after he claims top brass wouldn’t let him air interview with Texas candidate

CBS said Stephen Colbert’s show ‘was not prohibited’ from broadcasting his sit-down with James Talarico

By Katie Hawkinson

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Fox News2h ago

James Talarico accuses CBS of 'selling out' to Trump as network denies Colbert's claim of blocking interview

Texas Democrat James Talarico sat down with "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert in an interview shared on YouTube after CBS blocked it from airing on the network.

Read full article →

wsj6h ago

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules The Wall Street Journal

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PERSPECTA

James Talarico Accuses CBS of 'Selling Out' to Trump Over Blocked Interview

Perspective Analysis

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Notable gaps

Perspective Analysis

Coverage Timeline

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

James Talarico accuses CBS of 'selling out' to Trump as network denies Colbert's claim of blocking interview

CBS hits back at Stephen Colbert after he claims top brass wouldn’t let him air interview with Texas candidate

CBS Says It Didn’t Kill Stephen Colbert’s Interview With Senate Hopeful. Who’s Lying?

Stephen Colbert says CBS barred interview with Texas Democratic candidate

Read at source (5 outlets)

Stephen Colbert says CBS barred interview with Texas Democratic candidate

CBS Says It Didn’t Kill Stephen Colbert’s Interview With Senate Hopeful. Who’s Lying?

CBS hits back at Stephen Colbert after he claims top brass wouldn’t let him air interview with Texas candidate

James Talarico accuses CBS of 'selling out' to Trump as network denies Colbert's claim of blocking interview

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

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