CBS Lawyers Blocked Colbert from Airing James Talarico Interview, Stephen Reveals

Feb 17, 2026

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Stephen Colbert confirmed Monday that CBS lawyers blocked his planned interview with Texas state Representative and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico on The Late Show, citing concerns about potential FCC enforcement.

The move immediately raised conflict over political speech on network television and broadcast regulation ahead of the 2026 elections.

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