ABC yanks Jimmy Kimmel's show 'indefinitely' after remarks about Charlie Kirk
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- Disney’s ABC has indefinitely suspended 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' following controversy over Kimmel's comments about Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer.
- Nexstar, a major ABC-affiliated operator, announced it would not air Kimmel’s show, citing strong objections to his remarks.
- Kimmel suggested the alleged killer might be a pro-Trump Republican, sparking backlash from FCC chair Brendan Carr, who threatened to revoke ABC affiliate licenses.
- FCC chair Brendan Carr criticized Kimmel’s comments as 'the sickest conduct possible' and hinted at regulatory action against ABC.
- The Center for American Rights filed a complaint with the FCC, arguing Kimmel’s remarks violated public-interest standards.
- Democratic FCC commissioner Anna Gomez warned against using political violence to justify censorship, emphasizing the importance of free speech.
- President Trump has previously targeted Kimmel, suggesting he could be 'next up' for cancellation after Stephen Colbert’s show was axed.