ABC Pulls 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' After Controversy

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ABC has announced that 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' will be temporarily removed from its schedule, citing a replacement with alternative programming. The decision comes after two influential station owners, Nexstar and Sinclair, opted not to broadcast the show, as reported by The Guardian.

The controversy erupted after Kimmel's recent monologues, where he critiqued Republican reactions to the death of a public figure. This sparked a wave of disapproval from political figures and media executives. Brendan Carr, FCC Chair, issued a warning to stations about potential regulatory consequences if they continued to air the show. Nexstar characterized Kimmel's remarks as both "offensive and insensitive."

President Donald Trump expressed approval of the show's suspension, labeling it as "great news for America." Kimmel, who has been a vocal critic of Trump in the past, has yet to respond publicly to ABC's decision to pull his show.

The situation highlights the ongoing tensions between media personalities and political leaders, raising questions about free speech and regulatory influence in broadcasting. Observers are waiting to see how ABC will navigate the fallout and what this means for future programming decisions.