Disney Suspends “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Indefinitely
Disney’s ABC has suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live” indefinitely after Nexstar Media, one of the nation’s largest owners of television stations, announced it would preempt the program following remarks Kimmel made about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Nexstar stated that all of its ABC affiliates will stop airing the late-night program beginning immediately, citing “strong objections” to comments Kimmel made during a recent monologue.
What Jimmy Kimmel Said About Charlie Kirk
During Monday night’s show, Jimmy Kimmel addressed the September 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk at a debate at Utah Valley University.
Authorities announced they had arrested a suspect, Tyler Robinson, three days later.
In his monologue, Kimmel said:
We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang trying to characterize this kid who killed Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them.
He also commented on former President Trump’s response to the press about Kirk’s death, noting how Trump pivoted to discussing the construction of a new White House ballroom.
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The Political Fallout
Nexstar confirmed it would replace “Jimmy Kimmel Live” with other programming across its ABC-affiliated stations.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr also released a statement on social media, thanking Nexstar for its decision and saying broadcasters must serve the public interest.
Disney’s action reflects how traditional media companies are operating in a climate of close political and regulatory scrutiny.
In recent months, lawsuits involving President Trump and major networks such as ABC News and CBS News have led to costly settlements, even in cases where legal experts considered the claims to be weak.
Why This Matters
The suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” highlights the influence major station owners can have over national programming decisions.
It also underscores the challenges media companies face when navigating sensitive issues that intersect with politics, regulation, and public opinion.
The move has sparked conversations about the balance between free speech, editorial independence, and accountability in broadcasting.
With emotions running high, the suspension is likely to remain a flashpoint in debates over media and politics.
What are your thoughts on Disney’s decision? Do you see it as a fair response or as an overreach?
Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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