The Disappearing Act: How Broadcasters Snubbed President Trump's Address The curious case of President Donald Trump's primetime address has left many wondering what constitutes a "sacred summons" in the television landscape.
For decades, network broadcasts have made room for presidential addresses, preempting regular programming to give them prominence.
However, with this latest speech, two major networks – NBC and ABC – declined to air it live, sticking instead to their scheduled shows. This decision is not unprecedented.