Dozens of ABC stations are planning to air a tribute for Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk on Friday night in place of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” after the liberal comedian mocked the MAGA movement over the conservative activist’s assassination at Utah Valley University last week. In a Wednesday press release, Sinclair, Inc, which is the largest ABC affiliate group in the United States, announced, “Sinclair’s ABC stations will air a special in remembrance of Charlie Kirk this Friday, during Jimmy Kimmel Live’s timeslot. The special will also air across all Sinclair stations this weekend. pic.twitter.com/AGiLhBl8cq — The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) September 17, 2025On Wednesday, Sinclair confirmed that ABC was suspending the production of Kimmel’s show. In the press release, Sinclair Vice Chairman Jason Smith explained, “Mr.