A group of Disney investors is alleging that the company prioritized "improper political" considerations over the best interests of stockholders with its brief suspension of Jimmy Kimmel last week.
Why it matters: In an era where companies are caving to demands from the Trump administration, the investors are arguing that political expediency might in fact hurt profits.
Zoom in: In a Wednesday letter to CEO Bob Iger, lawyers representing the American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO and Reporters Without Borders said they are seeking answers about the suspension of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" • "Due to the Trump administration's continued threats to free speech, including with respect to ABC, we are writing to seek transparency into the initial decision to suspend Mr. Kimmel and his show," the