Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:07pm on 19 Sep 2025,Friday International
US late-night TV hosts defended Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended him for remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s killing. Stephen Colbert said his removal was a “blatant assault on freedom of speech.” Seth Meyers called Kimmel “a friend” and warned of a “crackdown on free speech.” Jon Stewart and Jimmy Fallon mocked the controversy with satire, while David Letterman said it showed “managed media.” Trump claimed networks were “negative” and could lose licences. Fox host Greg Gutfeld and Piers Morgan opposed Kimmel, saying free speech has limits. The row has sparked a national debate on censorship and politics. (PC: BBC)
