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Beyond Kimmel, the FCC controversy exposes a larger struggle over free speech

United States President Donald J. Trump speaks to reporters before he departs the White House in Washington, D.C., USA, for a private dinner at Mount Vernon, Virginia, on Sept. 20, 2025. The president spoke briefly about Jimmy Kimmel, saying, "I think Jimmy Kimmel is terrible. ABC lost millions." He also spoke about meeting with Democratic lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown.

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