ABC could have run the story AFTER the royals left, if they were so inclined. Seeing as they didn't, then a larger "quid pro quo" must exist between the two parties (abc and the monarchy), which is still preventing this stories publication. I would like to add that I think this "hot mic" leak of Amy Robach was planned. Robach definitely got the "royal shaft" (pun intended) after her and her teams difficult / dangerous investigation. So how to get her story out, without casting too many dispersions upon herself? A planned leaked. If this is the case, I say good on her. Liberal procedure 101 right back at em.