Summary
ABC has decided to stop airing Jimmy Kimmel Live indefinitely after the host made comments about Charlie Kirk's assassination. The comments suggested the suspected assassin, Tyler Robinson, supported President Trump, which led to criticism from several quarters. The decision also followed Nexstar Media's announcement to stop airing the show and remarks from FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticizing Kimmel's comments.
Key Facts
- ABC announced the indefinite halting of Jimmy Kimmel Live due to comments by host Jimmy Kimmel.
- Kimmel made comments about the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk.
- Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Kirk, was mentioned as a Trump supporter by Kimmel.
- Nexstar Media, a large local TV station owner, also stopped airing the show.
- The FCC Chair, Brendan Carr, criticized Kimmel's comments and warned ABC about potential issues with licences.
- Charges have been formally brought against Robinson, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty.
- Kimmel's comments and subsequent show stoppage are part of wider debates on free speech in the US.
