Democrats and Hollywood stars decry Kimmel’s suspension as government censorship

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Jimmy Kimmel speaks onstage while hosting the 96th Annual Academy Awards in March 2024. (Kevin Winter | Getty Images)Criticism — and concern about free speech — is pouring in after ABC abruptly suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel off air after comments made about the Charlie Kirk killing ABC announced Wednesday that Jimmy Kimmel Live! Gavin Newsom — are also saying that Trump’s and Carr’s words contradict their past statements in favor of free speech and against government censorship. Camera crews and onlookers gather in front of the Jimmy Kimmel Live studio on Hollywood Blvd.