In a shocking turn of events, Jimmy Kimmel’s latest monologue has sparked a massive political outrage. The late-night host’s remarks regarding Charlie Kirk and the recent shooting incident have attracted severe backlash from FCC Chair Brendan Carr.

The firestorm erupted when Kimmel labeled Tyler Robinson, the suspect in Kirk's shooting, as a "MAGA Republican." He remarked, "We hit some new lows with the MAGA gang trying to spin this tragedy into something it’s not, eager to gain political mileage from it." This comment has not only enraged politicians but has also led to ABC affiliates, owned by Nexstar Media Group, to put Kimmel’s show on hold for the foreseeable future.

In an interview with YouTuber Benny Johnson, Carr hinted at consequences for ABC if they continue to air Kimmel’s show, denouncing his behavior as "the sickest conduct possible." He stated, "This looks like an attempt by Kimmel to frame this incident in a political light. Broadcasters operate under licenses granted by the FCC, which come with a responsibility to act in the public interest. If we witness this sort of content, we can take action the easy way or the hard way."

Johnson called for Kimmel to apologize to Kirk and his family, prompting Carr to acknowledge the need for possible disciplinary measures, hinting at a suspension. He pointed to media shifts under recent administrations, highlighting cancellations and funding cuts aimed at promoting factual reporting.

Carr accused Kimmel and others of grasping for attention, suggesting that their influence is waning. "There’s a rule against ‘news distortion’ that needs to be enforced," he emphasized, adding that affiliates might consider halting Kimmel’s show to protect their licenses.

In response, Nexstar confirmed the suspension of Kimmel’s show, stating, "We strongly object to Mr. Kimmel’s recent comments regarding Charlie Kirk’s shooting and will replace his show with alternative programming in our ABC-affiliated markets."

However, Carr faced backlash from within the FCC itself. Commissioner Anna Gomez publicly criticized his aggressive stance, arguing that politically motivated attacks on free speech are unacceptable. "An isolated act of violence cannot justify broad censorship or control over lawful expression. We must resist attempts to silence dissent and protect individual liberties," Gomez stated.

As the controversy continues to unfold, ABC and Kimmel have remained silent, leaving many wondering what the next step will be in this heated political battle.