The Daily Signal Jimmy Kimmel Pulled, Kash Patel Boxes with House Dems, Antifa Designated Terrorist Org. | Sept. 18, 2025
Sep 18, 2025
Jimmy Kimmel has been pulled from airing indefinitely after making controversial comments. Meanwhile, FBI Director Kash Patel engages in a tense exchange with House Democrats regarding crucial investigations. In a significant update, Antifa is officially labeled a terrorist organization, stirring debate about funding and legal ramifications. Tune in for insights and analysis on these hot topics!
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Local Stations Preempt Kimmel
- Nexstar and ABC stations preempted Jimmy Kimmel Live after Kimmel's comments about Charlie Kirk's killing.
- Nexstar said continuing to air Kimmel was "not in the public interest" and replaced the show with other programming.
Broadcasting Responsibility Spotlighted
- Tony Kinnett highlighted Kimmel's monologue about Charlie Kirk as "sick" and politically charged.
- The exchange raised questions about broadcaster responsibility and potential FCC involvement, per Brendan Carr's comments.
Media, Regulators, And Corporate Interests
- Tony contrasted media reactions and legal scrutiny, noting critics framed Nexstar's move as business-driven amid regulatory cues.
- He suggested the episode highlights tension between corporate interests, regulatory oversight, and political speech.