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Maggie Severns
Political reporter for The Wall Street Journal who provides the episode's reporting on the FCC, Brendan Carr, and the circumstances around Jimmy Kimmel's suspension.
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Sep 19, 2025
• 19min
Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension and Trump’s FCC
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Maggie Severns, a political reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins to unpack the drama surrounding Jimmy Kimmel's indefinite suspension by Disney. They discuss Kimmel's monologue that triggered a conservative backlash and concerns over safety. The conversation shifts to Brendan Carr, the FCC chair, exploring his controversial tactics and the significant power of broadcast licenses. Even more compelling is the mention of Trump's threats to revoke licenses from networks he disagrees with, raising unsettling questions about free speech and media influence.
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