JOURNAL ARTICLE

FCC Chairman Carr Defends Jimmy Kimmel Remarks to Congress.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Griffis, Kelcee 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr's defense of his comments regarding Jimmy Kimmel, which led to the blacking out of his show by broadcasters. During a Senate Commerce Committee hearing, Carr stated that ABC, Nexstar Media Group Inc., and Sinclair Inc. independently decided to preempt "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" following Kimmel's remarks about the assassination of Republican activist Charlie Kirk. Carr emphasized that while he believes satire is protected under the First Amendment, broadcasters must adhere to the FCC's public interest standard, which includes preventing news distortion. The article also highlights tensions between Carr and Democratic lawmakers regarding the FCC's role and independence, with calls for Carr's resignation over perceived censorship. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:190303792
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