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Kimmel's suspension raises free speech questions in the wake of Charlie Kirk's death

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By Domenico Montanaro

Published September 18, 2025 at 5:42 PM EDT

After comedian Jimmy Kimmel's show was suspended "indefinitely" by ABC, questions about free speech in the wake of Charlie Kirk's murder reach a new level.

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Domenico Montanaro is NPR's senior political editor/correspondent. Based in Washington, D.C., his work appears on air and online delivering analysis of the political climate in Washington and campaigns. He also helps edit political coverage.

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