Jimmy Kimmel, Free Speech and the FCC - Carlsbad Current-Argus

Jimmy Kimmel, free speech and the FCC - Carlsbad Current-Argus

Cal Thomas The “indefinite suspension” of Jimmy Kimmel from his late-night show on ABC has unleashed a torrent of criticism or praise, depending on which… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close The post Jimmy Kimmel, free speech and the FCC appeared first on Carlsbad Current-Argus.

Jimmy Kimmel Returns to TV with Defiant Free Speech Stand

NEWS BRIEF Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television Tuesday, defending political satire as essential free speech and accusing the Trump administration of “bullying” its critics. The comeback followed a six-day suspension over his comments about the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which drew regulatory threats from the FCC and outrage from Trump, who vowed […] The post Jimmy Kimmel Returns to TV with Defiant Free Speech Stand …

FCC chair reacts to ABC affiliates that will continue to keep Jimmy Kimmel off the air

Brendan Carr says that affiliate groups like Sinclair and Nexstar refusing to broadcast "Jimmy Kimmel Live" is a "good thing."John McDonnell/Getty; Tommaso Boddi/Getty FCC chair Brendan Carr; Jimmy KimmelKey pointsFCC chair Brendan Carr says that ABC-affiliated stations refusing to air Jimmy Kimmel Live's return to air is "a good thing."Carr previously called on local TV stations to "push back" against ABC and its parent company, Disney.The chai…

Trump faces a MAGA backlash over free speech amid Jimmy Kimmel controversy

President Trump is facing a rare backlash from a growing number of MAGA allies over the FCC's threats to pull Jimmy Kimmel's show off the airwaves.

FCC Chair Revels as MAGA TV Conglomerate Refuses to Air Jimmy Kimmel

Brendan Carr doesn’t seem to have any regrets about his threats to Jimmy Kimmel.

Jimmy Kimmel Faces FCC Backlash: What’s Next?

Key Takeaways   FCC Chair Brendan Carr doubles down on punishing Jimmy Kimmel. Local stations like Nexstar and Sinclair plan to drop Jimmy Kimmel Live!. ABC and Disney reversed course and will bring back the show. Lawmakers, stars, and free speech advocates loudly oppose the suspension. Ongoing TV station mergers may hinge on FCC approval and these disputes.   Jimmy Kimmel’s Show Under Fire Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel sparked controversy with …