Jimmy Kimmel was suspended indefinitely from ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after he made controversial remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. During his monologue, Kimmel accused Trump's "MAGA gang" of trying to portray the shooter as not one of their own and exploiting Kirk's death for political gain. He criticized the way flags were flown at half-mast and mocked the President's response to Kirk's death, saying it looked like how a toddler mourns a goldfish rather than an adult mourning a friend. These comments sparked backlash from conservatives and political figures, leading to calls for disciplinary actions and pressure on the network. ABC cited the suspension as a decision to protect employees and advertisers amid threats and intense criticism. Kimmel did not apologize initially but planned to clarify his remarks. After almost a week off the air, Kimmel returned with a heartfelt monologue addressing the suspension and controversy.
