Overview

• Disney’s ABC confirmed the late-night program is off the air without a timeline for return, and Kimmel’s representatives did not immediately comment.
• Nexstar Media Group said it would replace the show on its ABC affiliates for the foreseeable future, calling Kimmel’s remarks about Kirk offensive and insensitive.
• FCC Chair Brendan Carr publicly condemned the monologues and signaled potential regulatory action against Disney/ABC, citing broadcasters’ public-interest obligations.
• President Donald Trump applauded the suspension and urged networks to remove other late-night hosts, escalating the political pressure surrounding the decision.
• The fallout follows the Sept. 10 killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah; suspect Tyler Robinson surrendered and faces aggravated murder and related charges that could carry the death penalty.