President Donald Trump has once again reignited his feud with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, this time threatening to take legal action against ABC after the network announced Kimmel’s return to television.
Trump blasted the decision in a Truth Social post, accusing ABC of being biased toward Democrats and even calling the move an “illegal campaign contribution.”
“I can’t believe ABC Fake News gave Jimmy Kimmel his job back. His audience is gone, his talent was never there, and the show is just Democrat propaganda,” Trump wrote. He went on to suggest ABC’s decision could cost the network financially while hinting at a possible lawsuit.
Why Kimmel Was Suspended
Jimmy Kimmel Live! had been pulled from several ABC affiliates after a controversial monologue where Kimmel accused “the MAGA gang” of politicizing the death of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. The backlash grew quickly, with major affiliate groups like Sinclair and Nexstar suspending the program.
Even FCC Chair Brendan Carr weighed in, warning networks about regulatory risks if they continued to air the show without addressing the controversy.
Disney and ABC Under Pressure
Disney, ABC’s parent company, faced immediate fallout, including subscription cancellations for Disney+ and pressure from A-list celebrities and corporate sponsors demanding Kimmel’s reinstatement. After internal discussions and growing criticism over censorship, ABC confirmed that Jimmy Kimmel Live! would return to its regular Tuesday night slot.
However, Sinclair announced it would not broadcast the comeback episode on its ABC affiliates, opting instead for news programming until further talks with the network take place.
The Bigger Picture in Late-Night TV
This showdown comes shortly after CBS declined to renew Stephen Colbert’s show, despite his strong ratings, citing financial reasons. Both incidents highlight the changing and highly politicized landscape of late-night television, where networks are struggling to balance ratings, political pressures, and public opinion.
Conclusion
Trump’s latest legal threats against ABC add yet another chapter to his ongoing war with mainstream media and late-night hosts. Meanwhile, Kimmel’s return continues to spark nationwide debate on free speech, censorship, and the future of political comedy on television.
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