2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin

Jimmy Kimmel Becomes a Crisis for Disney CEO Bob Iger; Trump Slams "99 Percent Negative" TV networks

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Sep 20, 2025
U.S. Representative Riley Moore shares his passion for Pat Buchanan, advocating for his nomination for the Presidential Medal of Freedom and reflecting on Buchanan's impact on trade and immigration politics. Ethan Strauss dives into the intriguing dynamics between media and government, exploring the controversies surrounding Jimmy Kimmel's suspension and the implications for networks under FCC pressure. They also touch on sports, offering light-hearted takes on the World Series and NFL action.
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INSIGHT

Kimmel Puts Iger In A No‑Win Spot

  • Mark Halperin frames the Jimmy Kimmel suspension as a no-win dilemma for Disney CEO Bob Iger.
  • Returning Kimmel risks fresh controversy while keeping him suspended invites revolt from left-leaning employees.
ADVICE

Use Market Signals As Rapid Feedback

  • Polymarket showed public betting as a quick thermometer of cancellation odds.
  • Use market signals to gauge fast-changing public expectations before making firm decisions.
ADVICE

How To Back Buchanan's Medal Push

  • Rep. Riley Moore urges honoring Pat Buchanan with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
  • Contact Moore's office or his social handles to voice support for the nomination.
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