Bulwark Takes BREAKING: Jimmy Kimmel Pulled OFF THE AIR!
Sep 18, 2025
Hosts discuss the surprising suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live, centering on his controversial monologue about Charlie Kirk. They dive into the implications of government pressure on free speech, arguing it's more alarming than mere factual disputes. The conversation shifts to FCC Chair Brendan Carr's statements and how they could herald enforcement actions, linking this to broader themes of corporate influence and political dynamics. The hosts position these events within a troubling narrative of authoritarianism in contemporary media.
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Government Pressure Overrode Free Speech
- Tim Miller and Sam Stein argue the core issue is government pressure silencing speech, not the joke's accuracy.
- They say corporate compliance with the FCC chair's threats set a dangerous precedent for free expression.
Kimmel's Monologue And The Joke Clip
- Sam Stein and Tim Miller play Kimmel's joke mocking MAGA's reaction to Charlie Kirk's death.
- They present the joke as a borderline comedic bit that preceded the controversy.
Early Facts Changed The Narrative
- The hosts note Kimmel's factual mistake about the shooter's motives but stress it was a tentative early reading.
- They emphasize the narrative rapidly evolved as more texts and evidence emerged.