US EditionABC pulls ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ off air ‘indefintely’ over Charlie Kirk comments
- ABC has pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live! off the air indefinitely after Kimmel made false claims about the assassin of Charlie Kirk being part of the MAGA gang.
- Nexstar Media Group objected to Kimmel's comments, stating they do not reflect local community values and called them offensive and insensitive during a critical moment in political discourse.
- FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned that Kimmel's remarks could lead to investigations into ABC over public interest violations, describing Kimmel's conduct as some of the sickest possible.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer argued that Kimmel's suspension reflects government pressure and predicted lawsuits to defend free speech.
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ABC to stop airing Jimmy Kimmel Live!, citing comments made after Charlie Kirk killing
Walt Disney-owned ABC said on Wednesday it will indefinitely stop airing Jimmy Kimmel Live! after remarks the late-night host made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination came under harsh criticism from the head of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission.
ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel’s show after criticism from affiliate owner, FCC head over Charlie Kirk comments
LOS ANGELES, California — “Jimmy Kimmel Live” was pulled from the air “indefinitely” by ABC after the head of the FCC threatened legal action because of the host’s comments about reactions to the slaying of Charlie Kirk.
Sinclair wants Jimmy Kimmel to donate to Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA
Jimmy Kimmel, the host of ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” delivers an opening monologue at the start of his show. (Still frame via broadcast) Local television broadcaster Sinclair, Inc. has pulled future airings of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” from its ABC affiliated broadcast stations amid concerns over remarks the talk show host made during a monologue on Monday. In a statement e-mailed to The Desk on Wednesday, Sinclair said it would not air the late night…
‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Replaced With Charlie Kirk Tribute Special By Sinclair ABC Affiliates
Amid the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, a major ABC affiliate appears to be making an example of the time slot. Sinclair, which boasts the largest ABC affiliate group in the country, announced that they will instead air “a special in remembrance of Charlie Kirk” this Friday after the network’s announcement that the late-night show […]
In the US, after the assassination of Trump's confidant Kirk, a debate about public statements and freedom of expression is raging. Now the furor becomes one of the most famous late-night talkers.
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