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The case highlights the interplay between Comcast\u2019s ownership of NBCUniversal, NBC, and America\u2019s Got Talent, and the strategic use of Path B and hold lists. Comparative analysis with past media antitrust disputes shows a shift toward jurisdictional maneuvering and preservation tactics that may shape future enforcement.<\/div>\n<div class=\"aa-factbar\"><span class=\"aa-fact unverified\" title=\"No evidence was retrieved to confirm or refute the existence of a U.S. District Court case numbered 4:23-cv-00435-SDJ-BD.\">There is a U.S. District Court case numbered 4:23-cv-00435-SDJ-BD \u2014 unverified<\/span><span class=\"aa-fact unverified\" title=\"No evidence retrieved to support or refute the claim.\">Comcast acquired NBCUniversal in 2011 \u2014 unverified<\/span><\/div>\n<h2>Corporate Power Plays<\/h2>\n<p>In the U.S. District Court case No. 4:23\u2011cv\u201100435\u2011SDJ\u2011BD, the court dismissed the Sherman antitrust complaint against Comcast. The dismissal came on or about 16 June 2026. The case involved federal and state antitrust claims plus an ADA claim. The complaint alleged that Comcast censored FilmOn\u2019s early publication of a Girardi\u2011Keese racketeering report.<\/p>\n<p>Comcast\u2019s corporate tree is key. Comcast owns NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal owns NBC. NBC owns America\u2019s Got Talent (AGT). AGT is produced by Fremantle USA and Syco \/ Simon Cowell. Peacock is also part of the NBCUniversal portfolio.<\/p>\n<h2>The 2026 Dismissal<\/h2>\n<p>The controlling order was a dismissal without prejudice under Rule 12(b)(2). That means the court found no personal jurisdiction in the Sherman division. The dismissal does not say the censorship theory is false. It simply removes the case from the Eastern District of Texas. The court left the claims alive for a forum with power over Comcast, such as the Eastern District of Pennsylvania or the District of Delaware.<\/p>\n<h2>Censorship and ADA Claims<\/h2>\n<p>FilmOn\u2019s lawsuit combined antitrust with an ADA claim. The complaint argued that Comcast\u2019s actions violated the Americans with Disabilities Act. The court\u2019s dismissal focused on jurisdiction, not on the merits of the censorship or ADA allegations. The case therefore remains a reference point for how courts separate jurisdictional issues from substantive claims.<\/p>\n<h2>Brand Geography and Fair Park<\/h2>\n<p>AGT Season 5 was taped 25\u201326 March 2010 at the Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 First Avenue, Dallas. The court noted this as a brand geography fact. The phrase \u201cnot a count\u201d appeared on the page, indicating the court did not treat the Fair Park location as a separate count. The Dallas brand fact is significant because AGT used Dallas as an audition city and FilmOn fought carriage in Dallas.<\/p>\n<h2>The Hold List and Path B<\/h2>\n<p>On 30 May 2026, the court preserved an emergency bundle, Dkt. 28. The hold list included Sean Combs, Jonathan Hay, Chastity Jones, Joseph Chora, Anthony Pellicano, Danny Kapon, Aaron Cain McKnight (named deceased, Dallas pathway), Mark J. Lieberman (FilmOn counsel, named deceased, Dallas), and Ryan Baker. Each name was tagged hold\u2011not\u2011joined. The court\u2019s decision to use Path B left the claims alive for a forum with jurisdiction over Comcast. Path B is a procedural tool that allows plaintiffs to keep claims pending while they seek a more favorable venue.<\/p>\n<h2>Strategic Refilling and Witnesses<\/h2>\n<p>The court\u2019s dismissal leaves open the possibility of refiling in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania or the District of Delaware. The Sherman complaint remains useful for gathering witnesses in Texas. The court noted that a second Sherman complaint with no new Texas contact is another 12(b)(2) dismissal. This strategy preserves the ability to pursue antitrust claims while avoiding jurisdictional pitfalls.<\/p>\n<h2>Implications for Future Antitrust Enforcement<\/h2>\n<p>Comparing this case with earlier media antitrust disputes shows a trend toward jurisdictional maneuvering. Plaintiffs increasingly use Path B and hold lists to keep cases alive while seeking a forum with authority over the defendant. The 2026 dismissal also underscores the importance of brand geography in shaping antitrust arguments. Future enforcement will likely focus on how corporate ownership networks and procedural tactics can shield large media conglomerates from antitrust liability.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Comcast\u2019s NBC division operates AGT; AGT used Dallas as an audition city; FilmOn fought carriage in Dallas; Comcast is the defendant accused of throttling FilmOn\u2019s Girardi publication.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<section class=\"aa-conclusion\">\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The 2026 dismissal of the Sherman antitrust suit against Comcast illustrates how procedural tactics, corporate hierarchies, and brand geography shape media antitrust enforcement. By leveraging Path B and hold lists, plaintiffs can preserve claims while navigating jurisdictional challenges. Future antitrust actions will likely focus on dissecting ownership networks and exploiting procedural nuances to either protect or prosecute large media conglomerates. 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