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WATCH: Trump says Jimmy Kimmel ‘said a horrible thing’ about Charlie Kirk

WATCH: Trump says Jimmy Kimmel ‘said a horrible thing’ about Charlie Kirk

Summary

President Trump commented on the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show, suggesting it was due to low ratings and controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk. Kimmel had made comments about Kirk's death, which led to criticism from media and regulatory authorities. ABC decided to suspend Kimmel's show indefinitely following these events.

Key Facts

  • President Trump linked Kimmel's suspension to low ratings and remarks about Charlie Kirk.
  • Charlie Kirk was mentioned in Kimmel's monologue concerning a recent murder case.
  • Jimmy Kimmel's show was suspended by ABC after criticism from media groups.
  • Nextstar Communications Group criticized Kimmel's comments and chose not to air his show.
  • FCC Chairman Brendan Carr labeled Kimmel’s remarks as “truly sick” and hinted at possible action.
  • Kimmel's comments and suspension have drawn mixed reactions from the public and media.

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