A staffer from Jimmy Kimmel’s team has voiced concern over the future of his late-night show following its indefinite suspension by ABC. The decision came after Kimmel falsely claimed that the suspect who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk was a Trump supporter. Authorities later clarified that the suspect held leftist political views, prompting a wave of backlash. Disney executives reportedly decided to pull the show after Kimmel refused to issue a public apology for the misleading remarks.

In an anonymous interview, the staffer expressed deep skepticism about the show’s return. “Even if Jimmy apologized, it wouldn’t be enough. MAGA people will never be happy,” they said. The staffer suggested that Disney might opt to buy out Kimmel’s contract and replace the show with reruns of safer content. They also criticized the network’s leadership, claiming, “You could see it coming… Every time some MAGA a\*\*hat would spout off about the show, the knot in my stomach just got tighter.”

Meanwhile, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has weighed in, suggesting a potential investigation into Kimmel’s remarks and ABC’s handling of the situation. Carr warned that the comments could place ABC’s broadcast license at risk, calling Kimmel’s behavior “some of the sickest conduct possible.” He hinted at possible regulatory remedies, further escalating the controversy.

Despite growing pressure, Kimmel has refused to back down. He has reportedly told executives he won’t “kowtow” to political forces and has declined to retract or apologize for his statements. This stance has frustrated network leaders, who fear further fallout from affiliates and advertisers.

With intensifying political scrutiny and commercial risks mounting, ABC now faces a difficult decision. The show’s future hangs in the balance, and while Kimmel remains defiant, the network may find the surrounding controversy too costly to manage. For now, the late-night host’s fate remains uncertain.