"Together, Sinclair and Nexstar's preemption of the show left about 25% of TV viewers in the US unable to watch it, with the two companies owning 70 ABC-affiliate stations combined. The two companies are the largest owners of local TV stations in the country. Sinclair currently owns more than 185 TV stations across 85 markets, while Nexstar owns 200 stations across 116 markets."
"In a statement, Sinclair said it received thoughtful feedback from viewers, advertisers and community leaders representing a wide range of perspectives. Our objective throughout this process has been to ensure that programming remains accurate and engaging for the widest possible audience, the firm said. The company said that it had ongoing and constructive discussions with ABC where Sinclair proposed measures to strengthen accountability and viewer feedback, including having a network-wide independent ombudsman."
"The announcement leaves Nexstar as the only TV station owner still preempting the show. Much of the Kimmel controversy started when Brendan Carr, chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), threatened regulatory blowback to broadcasters if Kimmel's comments on Charlie Kirk's killing were not addressed. Nexstar is seeking FCC approval for a merger with Tegna, another owner of local TV stations."
Sinclair announced its ABC-affiliate stations will air Jimmy Kimmel Live! again, ending its preemption. Sinclair and Nexstar had continued preemptions even after ABC restored Kimmel, collectively leaving about 25% of U.S. viewers unable to watch. The two companies own 70 ABC-affiliate stations between them and are the largest local-TV owners, with Sinclair holding over 185 stations across 85 markets and Nexstar 200 across 116 markets. Sinclair said it received thoughtful feedback and proposed measures to strengthen accountability and viewer feedback, including a network-wide independent ombudsman, but ABC and Disney did not agree. Nexstar remains the only broadcaster still preempting the show while pursuing regulatory approval for a merger with Tegna.
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