The US administration’s pressure on ABC leads to the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show after his remarks on Charlie Kirk’s murder and Trump’s response.
Background of the Suspension
Jimmy Kimmel’s show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” has been suspended indefinitely by ABC, following pressure from the Trump administration. The suspension comes after Kimmel’s opening monologue, where he joked about Donald Trump’s response to the loss of his friend, Charlie Kirk.
Kimmel criticized Trump for his reaction to Kirk’s murder, suggesting that the President was more concerned with building a new ballroom at the White House than addressing the issue.
Trump’s Response and Criticism
Donald Trump responded to the suspension by calling it a “great news for America,” stating that Kimmel’s show had problems with viewership and that he had “no talent.”
The decision has sparked criticism in the US, with many accusing the administration of limiting freedom of speech. Anna Gomez, the only Democratic member of the Federal Communications Commission, expressed concerns that the administration was increasingly using its power to suppress legitimate free speech.
Charlie Kirk’s Murder Case
The case involves the murder of Charlie Kirk, a Trump adviser, who was killed during a meeting at Utah Valley University on September 10. Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old man, has been charged with qualified murder, obstruction of investigation, and manipulation of witnesses.
The prosecution is seeking the death penalty, and the FBI is investigating Robinson’s online activity and connections.
