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Wayne Unger, Associate Professor of Law, Quinnipiac University

Why Jimmy Kimmel’s First Amendment rights weren’t violated – but ABC’s would be protected if it stood up to the FCC and Trump

A crowd protests in Hollywood, Calif., on Sept. 18, 2025, after the suspension of the 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' taping earlier in the day. David Pashaee / Middle East Images via AFP, Getty Images

The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked a wave of political commentary.

There were the respectful and sincere comments condemning the killing. Former President Barack Obama said, “What happened was a tragedy and … I mourn for him and his family.” And former Vice President Mike Pence said, “I’m heartsick about what happened to him.”

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