In a dramatic turn of events, ABC announced the indefinite suspension of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ following controversial remarks made by the host regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The decision came after Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr urged broadcasters to cease airing the show, citing concerns over the content’s appropriateness. Carr hinted at potential investigations and penalties for broadcasters who continued to air the program. Nexstar Media Group, one of ABC’s major affiliates, swiftly complied, pulling the show from its 32 stations. Sinclair, the largest ABC affiliate group, also announced it would not air the show unless Kimmel issued an apology and took ‘appropriate steps.’ The move has sparked a heated debate over free speech, with Democrats condemning the suspension as censorship, while Republicans and conservative commentators praised the decision. President Donald Trump, who has long criticized media figures for their coverage of him, celebrated ABC’s action on social media, calling it a ‘courageous’ move. The controversy has reignited discussions about the role of media in political discourse and the boundaries of free expression in the United States.
Disney’s ABC yanks ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ off air after remarks about Kirk
