Disney announced the return of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” to ABC after a week-long suspension due to controversial comments made by the host. The decision came after discussions with Kimmel, Disney CEO Bob Iger, and Dana Walden. Station owners were informed of the show’s return publicly on Monday.

Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair threatened to preempt Kimmel’s show, leading to its suspension. Sinclair is still planning to preempt the show and discussions with ABC are ongoing. FCC Chair Brendan Carr suggested ABC’s broadcast license could be at risk. The FCC did not immediately comment on the matter.

Kimmel’s suspension sparked debate on free speech and political pressure in the media landscape. Late show hosts, including Stephen Colbert, showed support for Kimmel. President Trump’s influence on media companies has raised concerns about censorship. Current and former industry figures criticized the FCC’s involvement in the situation.

The suspension of Kimmel led to backlash from various figures, including Republican Sen. Ted Cruz and New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. The American Civil Liberties Union organized a letter in support of Kimmel, signed by over 400 individuals. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between media, politics, and free speech.

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