Jimmy Kimmel Takes on Trump: FCC Crackdown Forces Late-Night Host Off Air

Jimmy Kimmel's Rise as Trump's Nemesis: A Tale of Late-Night Feuds In a shocking turn of events, ABC pulled late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off the air indefinitely on Wednesday night, following pressure from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over comments made about the suspect apprehended for killing right-wing podcaster Charlie Kirk. The move comes after a heated monologue Monday night in which Kimmel implied that the shooter was likely a right-winger. Kimmel's suspension marks a new low in his ongoing feud with President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly clashed with the late-night host over his sharp commentary on politics and social issues. "We hit some new lows over the weekend, with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them," Kimmel said during his monologue. Industry insiders say Kimmel's comments were a deliberate attempt to provoke Trump and his supporters. "Jimmy has always been a bit of a provocateur, but this time he may have gone too far," says TV analyst Tom O'Neil. "The FCC is taking a strong stance on hate speech, and Kimmel's comments could be seen as inciting violence." Kimmel's rise to prominence as Trump's nemesis began in 2017 when he started using his platform to criticize the president's policies and behavior. His monologues often featured scathing critiques of Trump's Twitter rants and policy decisions. The feud between Kimmel and Trump has been a ratings goldmine for ABC, with viewers tuning in to see what controversy would erupt next. "Jimmy's comments are just another example of how he's willing to push the envelope and take on the powerful," says media critic Emily Nussbaum. "It's a testament to his bravery as a journalist and his commitment to speaking truth to power." As for Kimmel, his suspension is likely to be short-lived, with many predicting that he'll return to the airwaves soon. In the meantime, Trump has taken to Twitter to lash out at Kimmel, calling him "a total disaster" and accusing him of being a "hate-monger." The war between these two titans of entertainment is far from over. Background: Kimmel's comments were made during a monologue on Monday night, in which he discussed the killing of Charlie Kirk by a suspect who was later apprehended. Kimmel implied that the shooter was likely a right-winger and accused Trump supporters of trying to score political points from the tragedy. The FCC has been cracking down on hate speech and incendiary language on TV and radio, with many seeing Kimmel's comments as a prime example of what they're trying to prevent. Next Developments: As the feud between Kimmel and Trump continues to escalate, it remains to be seen how this will play out in the coming weeks. Will Kimmel return to the airwaves soon? Will Trump continue to lash out at him on Twitter? One thing is certain: this drama is far from over. Attributions: Tom O'Neil, TV analyst Emily Nussbaum, media critic *Reporting by Vox.*