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Jimmy Kimmel Live pulled indefinitely after tirade on Charlie Kirk shooting

ABC and partner broadcasters pull Jimmy Kimmel Live indefinitely following the late host's controversial remarks blaming MAGA for assassin's motive; FCC chair threatens fines, marking a crackdown on divisive political commentary in media.

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"Jimmy Kimmel's malicious lies are truly sick" — FCC Chairman Brendan Carr

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Jimmy Kimmel Live pulled indefinitely after Kirk comments

Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show canceled indefinitely after controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk's assassination under pressure from FCC and broadcasters.

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Trump designates Antifa a major terrorist group

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House panel to quiz Discord, Twitch CEOs on radicalization

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House votes to increase security spending after Kirk assassination

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Nancy Mace calls for Ilhan Omar censure over Kirk insult

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ABC reporter apologizes for praising assassin’s ‘touching’ texts

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