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Sinclair Demands Kimmel Apology Amid Controversial Programming Shift

9/21/2025

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Sinclair initially planned to replace “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with a special on Charlie Kirk, who was recently assassinated.
The special will now air on YouTube, allowing ABC programming to continue.
ABC suspended Kimmel’s show after his comments about Kirk’s killer angered MAGA supporters.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned of regulatory action against ABC affiliates if Kimmel's show remained.
Sinclair demands Kimmel apologize to Kirk's family and donate to Turning Point USA for possible reinstatement.

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Sinclair initially planned to replace “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with a special on Charlie Kirk, who was recently assassinated.
The special will now air on YouTube, allowing ABC programming to continue.
ABC suspended Kimmel’s show after his comments about Kirk’s killer angered MAGA supporters.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned of regulatory action against ABC affiliates if Kimmel's show remained.
Sinclair demands Kimmel apologize to Kirk's family and donate to Turning Point USA for possible reinstatement.