""We made a decision last week to preempt 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' following what ABC referred to as Mr. Kimmel's 'ill-timed and insensitive' comments at a critical time in our national discourse," Nexstar said in a statement Tuesday. "We stand by that decision pending assurance that all parties are committed to fostering an environment of respectful, constructive dialogue in the markets we serve." In the meantime, Nexstar said its stations "will focus on continuing to produce local news and other programming relevant to their respective markets.""
"The FCC, where Trump appointees hold the majority, needs to approve that merger. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, a Trump appointee, publicly thanked Nexstar "for doing the right thing" after its initial decision to preempt Kimmel's show, which the company announced before ABC's sweeping suspension. During an appearance on a conservative podcast, Carr said that Kimmel's comments about Charlie Kirk's killing appeared to be "some of the sickest conduct possible.""
Nexstar Media Group said it will continue to preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live! following ABC's characterization of Kimmel's comments as 'ill-timed and insensitive.' The company said stations will focus on producing local news and other market-relevant programming, and noted Kimmel's show remains available on streaming. Nexstar's decision unfolded amid its pending $6.2 billion merger with rival Tegna that requires FCC approval. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr publicly praised Nexstar's initial preemption and condemned Kimmel's remarks as 'some of the sickest conduct possible.' Nexstar said it acted independently while questions remain about regulatory scrutiny tied to broadcast licenses.
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