In a stunning and decisive blow to the late-night propaganda arm of the radical left, the television industry has delivered a powerful rebuke of disgraced host Jimmy Kimmel. His vile and inflammatory comments regarding the tragic assassination of conservative icon Charlie Kirk have resulted in his show being unceremoniously yanked from the airwaves, a move celebrated by Americans who value truth and decency. This action underscores a growing intolerance for the relentless and baseless smears perpetrated by the liberal media against patriots and supporters of President Donald Trump.
The monumental decision was first announced by Nexstar Media Group, which controls a significant number of ABC broadcast affiliates. The company declared it would preempt “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” for the foreseeable future, delivering a stark condemnation of the host’s rhetoric. In their official press release, Andrew Alford, President of Nexstar’s broadcasting division, stated: “Mr. Kimmel’s comments about the death of Mr. Kirk are offensive and insensitive at a critical time in our national political discourse, and we do not believe they reflect the spectrum of opinions, views, or values of the local communities in which we are located.” This statement highlights the profound disconnect between coastal elite commentators and the heartland values of real America.
Adding to this wave of accountability, the Sinclair Broadcasting Group—the nation’s largest ABC affiliate group—issued an even more forceful condemnation and took extraordinary additional action. Sinclair not only indefinitely preempted Kimmel’s show but also announced it would air a special tribute honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk in the very time slot once occupied by the dirtbag host. In a powerful move, the company is offering this special to all ABC affiliates across the country, ensuring a national platform for remembrance rather than hateful lies.
Sinclair’s Vice Chairman, Jason Smith, released a statement that pulled no punches, saying: “Mr. Kimmel’s remarks were inappropriate and deeply insensitive at a critical moment for our country. We believe broadcasters have a responsibility to educate and elevate respectful, constructive dialogue in our communities.” Furthermore, the media giant is demanding concrete action, calling for FCC regulatory measures to address the overwhelming control national networks hold over local broadcasters, a system often abused to push a singular, liberal narrative.
The company’s demands for personal accountability are unequivocal. Sinclair declared, “Sinclair also calls upon Mr. Kimmel to issue a direct apology to the Kirk family. Furthermore, we ask Mr. Kimmel to make a meaningful personal donation to the Kirk Family and Turning Point USA.” This firm stance represents a watershed moment in holding Hollywood elites responsible for the malicious misinformation they spew into American homes, a stark contrast to the censorship conservatives regularly face from these very same circles.
— Sinclair, Inc. (@WeAreSinclair) September 18, 2025
This entire scandal was ignited when Jimmy Kimmel, during his Monday night monologue, told a blatant lie to his dwindling audience, falsely claiming that Charlie Kirk was killed by a “MAGA conservative.” This was a deliberate, malicious attempt to slander the millions of peaceful, law-abiding supporters of President Donald Trump and to exploit a national tragedy for cheap political points. It is precisely this kind of toxic rhetoric that has been championed by the liberal media for years, and its failure marks a turning point.
The swift response from FCC Chairman Brendon Carr, who immediately slammed Kimmel and threatened action against ABC and Disney for allowing such blatant misinformation to air, demonstrates the new era of accountability being ushered in under the strong leadership of President Trump. This incident proves the critical need for a fair and balanced media landscape, one that the President has long advocated for against constant opposition from the entrenched deep state and their media allies.