DCRTV is reporting a scoop regarding the Washington-based XM Satellite Radio that’s sure to anger more Opie & Anthony fans. Station owners are reportedly planning to implement a three-second delay during O&A’s subscription-based show when the shock jocks return to air following a month-long suspension that saw thousands of angry listeners cancel their service.

“That way if they go into a rant about a particular subject that XM may find overly offensive, (XM management) can dump it,” according to an anonymous DCRTV source. “F-bombs, live sex, and the like will still be allowed, but no more rants regarding political leaders.”

You’ll recall that Opie & Anthony got suspended last month after airing a segment where a guest made sexual remarks about Secretary Of State Condi Rice and First Lady Laura Bush.

It’s well-known that XM officials are currently seeking approval on Capitol Hill for a proposed merger with current rival satellite station Sirius.

Update: The Washington Times reports today that XM “will not charge fans of the duo who dropped the service the customary $14.99 reactivation fee if they restart their subscriptions by the end of the month.”

Earlier: DC-Based XM Radio Faces Deluge of Cancellations After Opie & Anthony Suspension