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Jimmy Kimmel’s show was suspended in Feb 2026 after a monologue on Charlie Kirk’s assassination sparked backlash, leading to affiliate dropouts and a national debate on free speech.
In February 2026, Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC late-night show was suspended after his monologue on the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk drew intense backlash.
Criticisms of the politicization of Kirk’s death and references to the MAGA movement sparked outrage, leading ABC affiliates Nexstar and Sinclair to drop the program.
The FCC chairman suggested potential penalties, and ABC cited threats against staff as reasons for the indefinite pre-emption.
The move ignited a national debate over free speech and media pressure.
After a brief hiatus, Kimmel returned, reaffirming his role in politically charged comedy amid ongoing tensions over satire and censorship.
El programa de Jimmy Kimmel fue suspendido en febrero de 2026 después de que un monólogo sobre el asesinato de Charlie Kirk provocara una reacción violenta, lo que llevó a la deserción de los afiliados y un debate nacional sobre la libertad de expresión.