Megyn Kelly Slams Trump Over Calls for Jimmy Kimmel to Be Fired: ‘Very Inappropriate’

In a recent episode of her podcast, “The Megyn Kelly Show,” Megyn Kelly came to the defense of Jimmy Kimmel amidst calls for his firing by Donald Trump. Kimmel had made a controversial joke about Melania Trump, which Kelly deemed as “out of line.” She pointed out ABC’s history of canceling shows, such as Roseanne Barr’s sitcom, due to offensive remarks made by the cast.

Kelly criticized Trump for demanding the firing of Kimmel, stating that it was inappropriate for the President to interfere in private companies’ decisions, especially when it comes to free speech issues. Trump, on the other hand, continued to call for Kimmel’s dismissal on social media, labeling him as “unfunny” and criticizing his show’s ratings.

Interestingly, Trump had previously targeted Kelly and other conservative figures for their opposition to his policies. Despite the backlash, Kimmel received support from actress Meryl Streep, who commended him for upholding freedom of the press in the face of bullying from the President.

Amidst the controversy, the FCC issued an order for Disney’s ABC to reapply for spectrum licenses for its stations. The move was said to be related to the agency’s investigation into Disney’s diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, rather than Kimmel’s joke. The National Association of Broadcasters expressed concern over the review of ABC’s licenses, citing principles of predictability and fairness.

Overall, the debate surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s joke and Trump’s calls for his firing highlight the ongoing tension between free speech and political censorship in the media landscape. The episode serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the right to express opinions, even when they are controversial or offensive.