In a recent broadcast of MS NOW’s “The Briefing,” Representative Jasmine Crockett from Texas expressed her disapproval of CBS’s decision to withhold a “Late Show” interview with Texas State Representative James Talarico. This move was reportedly influenced by concerns about the Federal Communications Commission’s equal time rule, which could have implications for other candidates, including Crockett herself.
During the segment, host Jen Psaki referenced a statement from CBS, indicating that legal guidance had suggested the potential for the FCC rule to be invoked, affecting candidates like Crockett. Psaki asked for Crockett’s thoughts on this explanation.
Crockett shared that she had been contacted by CBS earlier that day, who informed her that they could proceed with airing Talarico’s interview if they offered her an equal opportunity for airtime. However, she noted that she had not been approached by “The Late Show” for such an appearance. Despite having previously featured on Stephen Colbert’s show, Crockett emphasized her current focus on early voting efforts in Texas. She admitted uncertainty about the situation but clarified that the call came while she was actively engaging with voters.
She elaborated on her lack of previous issues with Colbert, recounting a complaint to the FCC about her appearance on “The View,” which supposedly afforded her more coverage than Talarico. Despite her criticisms of figures like Bari Weiss and Brendan Carr, Crockett underscored the importance of resistance in the current political climate. She acknowledged that “The Late Show” had several options and believed their chosen course of action was strategic.
Crockett further commented on the broader implications of CBS’s decision, suggesting that avoiding the interview might have inadvertently benefited her campaign by keeping her opponent off traditional airwaves. She noted that the shift to streaming platforms could generate more attention, emphasizing that resistance to perceived rule changes can often result in unexpectedly positive outcomes.
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