Summary
Bill Maher publicly supported Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended Kimmel's show. The suspension came after Kimmel made controversial comments about a suspect in a murder case and criticized the MAGA movement's response to the arrest. Maher disagreed with Kimmel's remarks but argued that he shouldn't lose his job over them.
Key Facts
- ABC suspended "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" indefinitely following Kimmel's comments about a suspect in a murder case.
- Kimmel criticized the MAGA movement for its reaction to the arrest of Tyler Robinson, who is charged with murdering Charlie Kirk.
- Bill Maher expressed support for Kimmel, stating he should not be fired despite disagreeing with his comments.
- Maher compared Kimmel's suspension to his own firing from ABC 24 years ago.
- Other late-night hosts, including Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, and Seth Meyers, also supported Kimmel.
- Kimmel's suspension led to discussions about free speech and political pressure.
- The Trump administration reportedly celebrated Kimmel's suspension.
