Late-night talk show hosted by Jimmy Kimmel indefinitely suspended due to controversial comments made about Kirk.
In a series of shocking events, the murder of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk by Tyler Robinson has sparked controversy, with the focus shifting towards controversial comments made by talk show host Jimmy Kimmel. On Monday night, Kimmel insinuated that the alleged assassin, Robinson, was a member of the 'MAGA gang.' This remark was made during a show that has since been met with criticism from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and major broadcast partner Nexstar Media Group Inc. The fallout from Kimmel's comments led to an indefinite halt of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' by the ABC network. An ABC spokesperson confirmed the decision to The Hollywood Reporter. Nexstar Media Group, which operates 32 ABC affiliates, had earlier pulled the show from its airwaves. The controversy ignited after Kimmel's show on Monday night. He mocked President Donald Trump's response to Kirk's death, lashing out at the White House for lowering US flags to half-staff. However, Kimmel's comments directly contradicted information from law enforcement. Both FBI officials and Utah Governor Spencer Cox had stated that Robinson held a 'leftist ideology' and had been increasingly radicalized. Meanwhile, law enforcement revealed text messages between Robinson and his roommate, showing his hatred for Kirk and his murderous intent. Robinson made his first court appearance on Tuesday, where he was formally charged with seven counts, including aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, obstruction of justice, two counts of witness tampering, and commission of violence in the presence of a child. If convicted, Robinson could face the death penalty, as confirmed by Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray. The official investigation of the case is being led by Jeff Gray, the Utah County District Attorney. He aims to uncover any connections to left-wing groups in Utah as part of the investigation. The next hearing date for Robinson is set for September 29 at 10:00 a.m. local time. The US President, Donald Trump, expressed approval of ABC's cancellation of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.' The FCC's chair, Brendan Carr, also urged local broadcasters to cease airing the show. As the investigation continues, the nation waits for answers regarding the motives behind Kirk's murder and the controversial remarks made in its aftermath.
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