ABC Restores Jimmy Kimmel Show Amid Political Controversy, Sinclair Affiliates Preempt Broadcast

Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show was reinstated by ABC after a brief suspension, a move celebrated by fellow late-night host Stephen Colbert and criticized by President Donald Trump and his administration. The suspension followed controversial remarks by Kimmel about the assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, which the Trump-appointed FCC chairman Brendan Carr pressured ABC over. Despite the return, Sinclair Broadcast Group continues to preempt Kimmel's show on some ABC affiliates, reflecting ongoing tensions. Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized the Trump administration for using fear to silence critics and praised public and corporate pushback that led to Kimmel's reinstatement. The situation has sparked debate about free speech, media bias, and political pressures on entertainment. Calls have been made for accountability, including impeachment efforts against FCC Chair Brendan Carr for his role in the controversy.