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Politics : View from the Center and Left
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From: Sam9/23/2025 5:10:08 PM
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Sinclair, Nexstar won't broadcast Kimmel's show despite it returning to ABCSinclair and Nexstar plan to continue pre-empting " Jimmy Kimmel Live!," despite the fact that ABC said it plans to bring back the program on Tuesday.

Why it matters: Sinclair is exploring a possible divestiture of its local broadcast stations, while Nexstar is acquiring Tegna. Both transactions require regulatory approval.

Driving the news: "Beginning Tuesday night, Sinclair will be preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! across our ABC affiliate stations and replacing it with news programming," Sinclair said in a Monday evening statement.

  • "Discussions with ABC are ongoing as we evaluate the show's potential return."
  • Nexstar said Tuesday its affiliates would also continue pre-empting the show, saying it stands by that "decision pending assurance that all parties are committed to fostering an environment of respectful, constructive dialogue in the markets we serve."
  • It noted "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" remains available through Disney's streaming products.
The big picture: The broadcast groups pulled Kimmel's show from their affiliates amid vocal criticism of the late night host from Federal Communications Commission chair Brendan Carr.

  • Carr had warned ABC of potential repercussions for Kimmel's comments in the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's killing.
  • He also applauded broadcasters that pre-empted the show.
What to watch: Kimmel's opening monologue. He has not yet publicly commented on the saga since his show was pulled.

Go deeper: What to know about Jimmy Kimmel's show before his return

Editor's note: This story was updated with a new statement from Nexstar.

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