Jimmy Kimmel’s Show Returns to Local Stations After Controversy
After a week-long break, Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show is back on local TV stations owned by Nexstar and Sinclair. The show was pulled from the airwaves after some felt Kimmel made inappropriate comments following the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Sinclair, known for its conservative views, had asked Kimmel to apologize to Kirk’s family and donate to Kirk’s organization, Turning Point USA. Kimmel’s initial remarks criticized President Trump’s reaction to the tragedy.
While Kimmel did not apologize, he stated he didn’t intend to downplay the death. He also emphasized the importance of free speech.
Both Sinclair and Nexstar said their decisions to bring back the show were not influenced by outside pressure. They noted their commitment to providing content that benefits their communities and protecting free speech.
Some observers believe the companies rely heavily on their relationship with Disney, which owns ABC, for continued business agreements.
The absence of Kimmel’s show sparked debate about free speech and the role of political views in media decisions.
