Overview

• Jimmy Kimmel resumed his show with an on-air apology for comments tied to the killing of Charlie Kirk and a defense of free speech, while criticizing President Trump.
• Nexstar and Sinclair said they will not carry the program for now across dozens of ABC affiliates, with Sinclair airing news in the slot and both groups citing ongoing discussions with ABC.
• President Trump condemned the reinstatement on Truth Social and threatened further scrutiny of ABC, repeating attacks on Kimmel's performance.
• Disney had suspended the show on an indefinite basis last week over concerns about inflaming tensions after Kimmel's monologue on reactions to Kirk’s killing, then reversed course.
• FCC chair Brendan Carr’s role remains disputed as critics allege pressure on broadcasters, which he denies, and observers note Nexstar’s pending Tegna deal requires FCC approval.