Kimmel’s latest monologue unfolded like a political thriller disguised as comedy. From 6,000 miles away, Trump’s allies at the FCC invoked an 80‑year‑old “equal opportunities” rule, signaling they’re watching every interview, every guest, every joke that crosses broadcast airwaves. Kimmel didn’t flinch. He mocked the move, invited Trump on “FCC be damned,” and turned the moment into a bit about the former president’s “badly bruised right hand.” But beneath the laughter was a clear message: this isn’t just about one comedian, it’s about who gets to speak freely on America’s biggest stages.
The tension is personal and escalating. Kimmel has already been briefly suspended after remarks about Charlie Kirk, with FCC Chair Brendan Carr branding his behavior “some of the sickest conduct.” Now, with fresh guidance aimed at late‑night and daytime talk shows, Kimmel’s plea — “I might need your help again” — sounds less like a punchline and more like a warning.
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