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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency's actions against ABC, stating broadcasters must operate 'in the public interest' by providing subsidized access to airwaves in exchange for responsible content. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content and attempting to suppress free speech, citing an ongoing license review and disputes over equal-time rules for 'The View' and Jimmy Kimmel.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency’s actions against ABC, asserting broadcasters must operate in the public interest. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content and attempting to chill free speech through an early license review and disputes over equal-time rules.

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency’s actions against ABC, asserting broadcasters must operate in the public interest by providing subsidized access to airwaves. ABC accused the FCC of retaliating against its political content by initiating an early review of eight of its broadcast licenses and enforcing equal-time rules on 'The View.' The conflict involves claims of free speech violations and pressure on media to align with administration preferences.

Disney and ABC are challenging the FCC’s review of eight local broadcast licenses, claiming the action is politically motivated and violates the First Amendment. The dispute involves tensions over diversity policies, The View, and Jimmy Kimmel’s comments, with Disney stating 95% of public comments supported the company. A bipartisan group of former FCC officials urged the agency to end the review, calling it an unprecedented free speech threat.

President Donald Trump delivered a speech at the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner, praising some journalists, criticizing others, and joking about a third presidential term. He referenced a red cap labeled 'Trump 2028' and expressed pride in the Waldorf Astoria hotel he built, while targeting public figures like Jane Fonda, Barack Obama, and late-night hosts.

Jimmy Kimmel's guest host faced backlash from MAGA supporters over jokes about Lindsey Graham following the senator's death. The jokes were described as 'disgusting' by critics.

Jimmy Kimmel, as a guest host, joked about his show being 'pulled off the air again' and made a joke about Lindsey Graham's death. Ike Barinholtz mocked Mitch McConnell's health scare, referencing his opposition to healthcare access.

Jimmy Kimmel has joined a new HBO satire series produced by Barack Obama that mocks Donald Trump without using his name.

Disney CEO Bob Iger addressed the company's suspension of Jimmy Kimmel following Kimmel's comments linking Tyler Robinson, the suspected assassin of Charlie Kirk, to the 'MAGA gang.'

Jimmy Kimmel made a controversial joke about Trump and Ivanka, which has led to calls for him to be removed from the air. The joke is described as vile and represents a new low in his behavior.

Jimmy Kimmel wished Trump a happy birthday with a reference to Jeffrey Epstein. The comment was described as distasteful.

Jimmy Kimmel criticized Elon Musk as a 'wealthy weirdo' for allegedly 'stealing' as the SpaceX founder approached becoming a trillionaire ahead of SpaceX's IPO.

Spencer Pratt responded to Jimmy Kimmel's harsh roasting over his third-place finish in the Los Angeles mayor’s race and mocked claims about leaving the city if he lost. Pratt shared a video of his damaged Pacific Palisades home.

Spencer Pratt responded to Jimmy Kimmel's criticism of his third-place finish in the Los Angeles mayor’s race and mocked claims he would leave the city if he lost. Pratt shared a video of his Pacific Palisades home following the roast.

Meghan McCain criticized Jimmy Kimmel for being 'mean' and 'heartless' after he mocked Spencer Pratt's election loss. The incident involved Kimmel commenting on Pratt's political defeat.

Spencer Pratt responded to Jimmy Kimmel's roast over his loss in the Los Angeles mayor's race. Kimmel criticized Pratt for being 'beaten' in the election, prompting Pratt to issue a defensive reply.

Spencer Pratt, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate, responded to Jimmy Kimmel's mockery by referencing Kimmel's past blackface controversy. Kimmel, who apologized for the incident, criticized Pratt's campaign, which focuses on replacing incumbent Mayor Karen Bass.

Jimmy Kimmel criticized CBS executives for firing Scott Pelley from '60 Minutes,' accusing them of being 'Trump suck-ups' and cowards. Pelley was dismissed after clashing with new executive producer Nick Bilton, following recent staff changes at the show. President Donald Trump praised the firing, calling Pelley part of a 'gang of stupid, crooked people.'

Jimmy Kimmel criticized Spencer Pratt by calling him a 'Karen' following recent election results. Kimmel also acknowledged a fact about Los Angeles Democratic voters in the same context.

Jimmy Kimmel expressed concern about the future of late-night TV after CBS canceled 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' citing speculation about political pressure on hosts in the Trump era. Kimmel described feeling 'a bit defeated' by the decision.

Jimmy Kimmel expressed feeling 'defeated' after CBS canceled Stephen Colbert's late-night show, questioning the network's claim of losing $40 million annually. Kimmel cited a 2023 New York Times report about Colbert rejecting a longer contract as evidence the financial claims were 'made-up numbers.'

The FCC issued a public notice reminding US broadcasters that their licenses are a privilege requiring public interest service, not a right, and warned of potential enforcement actions for non-compliance. The notice follows ABC's requirement to file early license renewals after complaints about Jimmy Kimmel's jokes targeting First Lady Melania Trump.

Jimmy Kimmel criticized Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign, acknowledging Los Angeles is a mess. The rant aims to challenge Pratt's growing political support.

Jimmy Kimmel delivered an unfiltered rant targeting Spencer Pratt's rising mayoral campaign in Los Angeles, despite acknowledging the city is 'a mess'. The segment highlights Kimmel's efforts to criticize Pratt's political bid.

Jimmy Kimmel criticized mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt as a 'screaming jerk' and urged Los Angeles voters not to support him, calling him a narcissist without solutions for the city's challenges. Pratt, who lost his home in the 2025 Palisades wildfire, launched his campaign against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, accusing her of mishandling fire response. He responded to Kimmel's remarks on social media, emphasizing his campaign's focus on corruption and public safety.

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel criticized Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt on his show, comparing him to Donald Trump and highlighting that Pratt's first job was as mayor, unlike Trump who had prior employment. Kimmel implied Pratt's inexperience as mayor makes him unqualified.

Comedian Patton Oswalt criticized Bill Maher for attempting to 'placate' Donald Trump, arguing such efforts backfire and that Trump resents those who show conditional approval. Oswalt contrasted Maher's approach with comedians like Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert, who openly criticize Trump without seeking his favor. The dispute follows a February 2022 incident where Trump lashed out at Maher on Truth Social over a joke about China and hockey.

Spencer Pratt's mother takes action against Jimmy Kimmel's sister-in-law, who is accused of bullying a small business supporting a mayoral campaign. The incident highlights tensions between the families and a small business involved in local politics.

Spencer Pratt is defending a baker who lost everything in Los Angeles fires, alleging the baker was bullied by a relative of Jimmy Kimmel for campaign cookies. Pratt claims critics are overlooking rising public safety and homelessness issues in the city.

Jimmy Kimmel's sister-in-law has been accused of bullying a small business as part of an apparent effort to undermine LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt. The accusation involves leveraging personal connections to target a business, raising questions about the tactics being used in the mayoral race.

Jimmy Kimmel roasted President Donald Trump after he compared himself to James Bond. Trump's approval rating was mocked by Kimmel, who said '007 is his approval rating'. The comparison was made in reference to Trump's presidential performance.

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez warns Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro of a 'censorship' campaign by the Trump administration, citing regulatory actions against Disney and ABC as examples. The campaign allegedly began after Disney agreed to pay $15 million in a defamation lawsuit settlement. Gomez encourages Disney to continue supporting press freedom.

The Trump administration is using federal power to punish media outlets with negative coverage, targeting ABC with a review of local station licenses, and the FCC is launching a probe into 'The View' amid a crackdown on equal time for candidates. The regulatory war is expected to drag on for years and may chill critical protected speech. ABC has produced 11,000 documents in the inquiry so far.

ABC is fighting back against the Trump administration's attempt to police broadcast television content, saying the FCC is violating the First Amendment. The FCC accused ABC's The View of not complying with the equal-time rule. ABC filed a response, stating the FCC exceeded its authority and threatened protected speech.

The FCC may shut down ABC due to a joke made by Jimmy Kimmel about President Trump. The joke was deemed tasteless and network executives should consider its impact on public interest. The incident raises questions about the limits of free speech in media.

Daniel Baldwin criticized Jimmy Kimmel for fueling hatred toward President Donald Trump after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. Baldwin accused Kimmel of planting hatred in the American public through his late-night commentary. The incident has sparked debate about the role of public figures in promoting political violence.

California Governor Gavin Newsom criticizes President Donald Trump's response to a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, accusing him of exploiting the incident to attack enemies and suppress free speech. The governor argues that Trump has abandoned his duty to unify the country. Newsom also condemns the FCC's move to fast-track license reviews for ABC-owned stations as retaliation for a joke made by Jimmy Kimmel.

Jimmy Kimmel made a joke about Rudy Giuliani rising from the 'grave' days before Giuliani was hospitalized in critical condition. The joke was part of an ongoing spat between Kimmel and the White House. Kimmel had previously referred to Melania Trump as an 'expectant widow', sparking calls for ABC to fire him.

Melania Trump's senior adviser Marc Beckman calls for advertisers to boycott Jimmy Kimmel's show after a joke about the first lady, sparking a backlash against the late-night host. The first lady slammed Kimmel for 'hateful and violent rhetoric' and called on ABC to take a stand. Beckman says Kimmel should be fired and that his words are corrosive and deepen political sickness in America.

Melania Trump's senior adviser Marc Beckman calls for a boycott of Jimmy Kimmel's show after a joke about the first lady, saying Kimmel should be fired. The first lady slammed Kimmel for 'hateful and violent rhetoric' and called on ABC to take a stand. Beckman cites concerns over political violence and divisive rhetoric.