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ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel after Charlie Kirk comments

ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel after Charlie Kirk comments

Summary

ABC has paused "Jimmy Kimmel Live" following backlash over comments Jimmy Kimmel made after the death of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist. This decision came after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) warned ABC about possible actions regarding these comments.

Key Facts

  • ABC has decided to pause "Jimmy Kimmel Live."
  • Jimmy Kimmel made comments after Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, died.
  • The comments led to criticism and backlash.
  • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) warned ABC about Kimmel's comments.
  • An ABC spokesperson said that the show is pre-empted indefinitely.
  • This action is part of professional consequences faced by Kimmel.

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