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White House pressures Disney to fire Jimmy Kimmel over Melania joke and FCC scrutiny grows
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Published on 28 April 2026
ABC faces a firing demand as FCC probes licenses
A Jimmy Kimmel joke has sparked a new showdown across US media. The White House is urging ABC to fire the late-night host over remarks about Melania Trump, placing Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro under intense pressure. The dispute also raises fresh free-speech questions as the FCC weighs license reviews for Disney-owned stations.
- White House demands ABC fire Jimmy Kimmel over Melania Trump remarks
- Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro is caught in the fallout
- FCC is considering license reviews tied to Disney-owned stations
- Late-night comedy faces mounting pressure over speech
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