Judicial Watch Files Complaint Against NBC Over Olympic Skit
- Judicial Watch has filed a complaint with the FCC against NBC, claiming an Olympic opening ceremony skit was obscene and mocked the Last Supper.
- The complaint highlights concerns over television content that some may find offensive or inappropriate.
- NBC may face repercussions if the FCC deems the skit's content violates broadcasting standards.
Judicial Watch, a legal watchdog group, has lodged a formal complaint with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) against NBC, alleging that the network aired an “obscene and indecent” skit during the Olympic opening ceremony. The complaint specifically highlights a scene where a man reportedly exposed himself, which was broadcast to millions, including children. The group argues that this content is inappropriate for family viewing and violates broadcasting standards. The controversy has drawn criticism from various quarters, including the French Catholic Church, which condemned the skit for its perceived mockery of Christianity. The complaint emphasizes that the skit aired during prime viewing hours, making it accessible to a young audience. Judicial Watch claims that the content is not only offensive but also blasphemous, calling for immediate action from the FCC against NBC. In response to the backlash, Olympic officials issued an apology over the weekend, although this has not satisfied Judicial Watch. The organization’s president, Tom Fitton, stated that the skit was “patently offensive” and called for an investigation by the Justice Department, particularly due to the involvement of children in the broadcast. As the situation unfolds, the FCC will need to assess the complaint and determine whether any regulatory action is warranted against NBC for the airing of the controversial skit during the Olympic festivities.