Jimmy Kimmel returns to air: Nexstar, Sinclair end weeklong blackout; affiliates deny pressure as Disney stays silent
Jimmy Kimmel's show returned after Nexstar and Sinclair ended a week-long blackout, initially imposed over Kimmel's comments on Charlie Kirk's killing. Disney-owned ABC had also suspended Kimmel following an FCC warning. The resolution came after discussions, highlighting free speech debates and the financial pressures on local affiliates.
Jimmy Kimmel's show returned after Nexstar and Sinclair ended a week-long blackout, initially imposed over Kimmel's comments on Charlie Kirk's killing. Disney-owned ABC had also suspended Kimmel following an FCC warning. The resolution came after discussions, highlighting free speech debates and the financial pressures on local affiliates.
