James Talarico Calls FCC Pressure On Jimmy Kimmel Interview “The Most Dangerous Form Of Cancel Culture”

Jimmy Kimmel's interview with James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate from Texas, will not air on television due to pressure from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). According to Kimmel, the FCC has threatened him, his show, ABC, and its affiliates over the guest booking. As a result, the interview will only be available on YouTube.

Talarico responded to the news, calling the FCC's pressure "the most dangerous form of cancel culture". He expressed hope that the interview could still air on television, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

The interview will still be uploaded to YouTube, as announced by Kimmel. The FCC's threats reportedly concerned traditional editorial decisions, specifically the guest booking, with Kimmel citing concerns for his local stations, particularly ABC affiliates in Texas.

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