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flag 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.

flag 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. flag 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. flag The FCC chairman suggested potential penalties, and ABC cited threats against staff as reasons for the indefinite pre-emption. flag The move ignited a national debate over free speech and media pressure. flag After a brief hiatus, Kimmel returned, reaffirming his role in politically charged comedy amid ongoing tensions over satire and censorship.

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