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Jon Stewart Hosts Unscheduled Daily Show After ABC Suspends Kimmel

The comedian steps in to frame the fallout over free speech following affiliate preemptions that prompted ABC's suspension.

Overview

  • ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live! indefinitely after major station groups, led by Nexstar and in some markets Sinclair, said they would not air the program.
  • FCC Chair Brendan Carr publicly criticized Kimmel’s remarks and warned that ABC affiliates could face penalties or license scrutiny.
  • Stewart is anchoring a rare Thursday edition of The Daily Show, with Nobel laureate Maria Ressa booked to discuss press freedom and censorship.
  • Kimmel has not commented since the suspension, as supporters argue his monologue did not ascribe political motives to the suspected shooter.
  • Other late‑night hosts are expected to address the situation on Thursday’s broadcasts, with new episodes slated for Colbert, Fallon and Meyers.