October 1, 2025 – YouTube is facing mounting pressure to reverse the removal of Univision from its base-level streaming package starting September 30, 2025. The Spanish-language network, one of the most-watched channels among Latino audiences in the U.S., could be shifted to a higher-priced tier or dropped altogether, according to industry reports.
Attorney General Ken Paxton is sending a letter to YouTube urging the company to reverse its reported plan to drop Univision from its base-level streaming package on September 30, 2025.
Community leaders, advocacy groups, and viewers are urging YouTube to reconsider, warning that the move would disproportionately affect Latino households that rely on Univision for news, sports, and cultural programming. “Univision is not just entertainment—it’s a vital source of information for millions of Spanish-speaking families,” one advocacy group said in a statement.
The dispute reportedly stems from contract negotiations between YouTube and TelevisaUnivision over carriage fees. If no agreement is reached, subscribers could lose access to popular Univision shows and coverage of major events, including soccer matches and the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Latino organizations argue that eliminating Univision from the base package undermines diversity and representation in media. They are calling on YouTube to maintain the channel as part of its standard offering.
