Short answer: As of now, ABC (including ABC programming like Monday Night Football) is not available on YouTube TV due to a contract dispute between Disney (ABC/ESPN owner) and YouTube TV. YouTube TV subscribers cannot access ABC until the channels are restored or an alternative arrangement is reached.

Details and context:

• What’s happening: Disney-owned networks (ABC, ESPN, and other Disney channels) have been dropped from YouTube TV after the companies failed to agree on a new distribution deal. This affects both local ABC stations and Disney’s national channels carried on the platform.

• Current status for viewers: YouTube TV subscribers cannot watch Disney networks, including ABC, ESPN, and related channels, on the platform while the dispute persists. Some outlets have noted tentative talks or proposals, but a resolution has not been announced as of the latest reports.

• How to watch ABC in the meantime:
  • Over-the-air broadcast with a digital antenna.
  • Through other pay-TV or streaming services that carry ABC in your area.
  • Some viewers have options via Disney’s own direct-to-consumer offerings, though these require separate subscriptions.

Notes on coverage:

• The dispute centers on programming costs and per-subscriber fees. YouTube TV has offered alternatives or credits during the blackout, but ABC/Disney channels remain unavailable on that platform until a new agreement is reached or a temporary resolution is made.

• Election Day coverage and ABC’s reporting for events like Monday Night Football have been specifically mentioned in multiple outlets as affected by the blackout, with some reports noting discussions about restoring ABC for public-interest coverage.

What this means for you:

• If you rely on YouTube TV for ABC, you’ll need to use an alternative viewing method or standby until the dispute is resolved. Checking for official notices from YouTube TV or ABC/Disney channels can confirm when the channels return.

If you’d like, I can monitor for updates and summarize any new developments or identify the best current alternatives based on your location and typical viewing needs.