Controversy Surrounds Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension and Network Decisions

Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is canceling a planned ABC town hall in protest of the network's suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show, citing concerns over free speech rights and opposition to Trump's attacks on dissent. Mamdani announced the decision during a news conference at Roosevelt Island, emphasizing the importance of defending free expression and highlighting the potential job impacts on production staff. The suspension followed controversial comments by Kimmel about Trump supporters, leading to FCC threats and ABC's indefinite suspension of the show.