[Paradox]

They should release the tape, but say that they have not verified it yet (Sounds kinda questionable to me anyways). Say where they got it from, how they got it, and let the people decide.

Now MAYBE the Feds have asked them to hold on to it until they can study it....?

[kabar]

Regardless of whether ABC releases it or not, Drudge has let the cat out of the bag. ABC will have to officially confirm or deny the existence of the tape. The alternative media will take it from there.