In a stunning move that exposes the fragility of free expression in American media, ABC announced that Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been pulled indefinitely. This decision followed Nexstar’s announcement that it would drop the late-night show from its ABC affiliates nationwide over comments Kimmel made regarding the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk.

The removal was swift and severe: Nexstar declared its “strong objection” to Kimmel’s remarks and immediately replaced his program in its markets. Within minutes, ABC followed suit with an indefinite preemption. Regardless of where one falls politically, the implications of this chain reaction are alarming.

Kimmel’s comments did not advocate violence, nor did they celebrate Kirk’s death, according to those defending him. Yet outrage—am

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