DirecTV and Viacom did not reach a new contractual agreement before midnight eastern. Thus, Viacom opted to pull their networks from the DirecTV lineup. "Viacom, the owner of this channel, forced DirecTV to suspend it despite our many requests to keep it on," reads a statement on DirecTV where the station would normally be located. We're working to bring it back as soon as possible without an unfair increase to your bill."

Powell's POV: Yes, because DirecTV is incredibly concerned about unfair billing increases. Puh-lease. I'm not saying they are to blame in this case, but I'm also not buying their martyr routine. There's a lot at stake for both sides, so I'll be surprised if this goes on too long.

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