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FCC chairman seems to say that in threatening ABC affiliates over Jimmy Kimmel, he was doing his job to uphold the "public interest"
Brendan Carr, the Trump-appointed chairman of the FCC, has been accused of improperly exerting pressure on ABC and local broadcasters to cancel Jimmy Kimmel over the late-night host’s comments about Charlie Kirk’s murder - and that his threats were tantamount to a First Amendment violation.

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Senators dig into FCC chairman’s role in Jimmy Kimmel controversy
Ted Cruz presses FCC chair over past Jimmy Kimmel threat
FCC Chair to Face Senate Questions After Kimmel Episode, Trump Media Threats
WASHINGTON, Dec 17 (Reuters) - The head of the ‌Federal ​Communications Commission will face questions on ‌Wednesday from the Senate Commerce Committee after facing bipartisan criticism for pressuring...

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FCC Isn’t an Independent Agency, Chair Brendan Carr Says
US Democratic senators criticize FCC head over threats to Kimmel show
FCC chair scrubs website after learning it called FCC an “independent agency”
As an immediate result of today’s hearing, the FCC removed a statement from its website that said it is an independent agency.

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Senators dig into FCC chairman's role in Jimmy Kimmel controversy
FCC Leader Brendan Carr to Face Senate Questioning for First Time Since Kimmel Controversy

Jimmy Kimmel extends contract with ABC, will host late-night show through May 2027

Jimmy Kimmel, the host of late-night talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", is extending his contract with ABC one year.

ABC extends Jimmy Kimmel's contract another year following dramatic network saga

Fox News Digital confirmed ABC extended Jimmy Kimmel's contract through May 2027 following the dramatic network saga over his controversial comments about Charlie Kirk's murder.

ABC makes Jimmy Kimmel contract decision after yanking him off air over Charlie Kirk comments

The agreement was reached months ago, but Kimmel and Disney reportedly held off making the announcement out of respect for late-night host Stephen Colbert.

Activist Local TV Stations Got Jimmy Kimmel Suspended From ABC. Disney Says It’s Proof the System Works

In filings with the FCC over the future of national network-local affiliate relations, Disney and other entertainment giants make their case for keeping the status quo.

Jimmy Kimmel

Jimmy Kimmel, host of ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," is known for mixing comedy with politics. Kimmel hosted the Oscars two years in a row – in 2017 and 2018.

‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Gets Major Update on Future With ABC After Suspension

The late-night show was briefly off the air earlier this year after the host's controversial comments about Charlie Kirk.

Jimmy Kimmel Inks ABC Contract Extension After Trump-FCC Culture War

Jimmy Kimmel will remain at ABC for a while longer. The late night host has signed a one-year extension with the network that will take Jimmy Kimmel Live! through the end of the 2026-27 TV season. Kimmel’s current deal was set to end in May 2026.
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Jimmy Kimmel Extends ABC Contract to 2027

Jimmy Kimmel signs a one-year extension with ABC after a turbulent season marked by suspension and political controversy.

ABC signs Jimmy Kimmel to contract extension, months after temporary suspension

President Donald Trump won't be getting his wish. ABC said Monday it has signed late-night comic Jimmy Kimmel to a contract extension.

A timeline of Trump's fights with media, including the BBC and Jimmy Kimmel

President Donald Trump’s contentious relationship with news organizations over his time in office has led to a host of legal battles and disputes