Archive · 20 Sep 2025
Ted Cruz Calls FCC Chair's Remarks 'Mafioso' in Kimmel Controversy
Senator Ted Cruz criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr for what he called "mafia-style" threats against ABC after Jimmy Kimmel made controversial remarks.
Cruz stated that Carr's comments about potentially reconsidering ABC's broadcast license were inappropriate.
This follows Kimmel's comments about the death of Charlie Kirk that triggered backlash and ultimately led to the removal of Kimmel's show from its usual time slot.
Cruz, despite disliking Kimmel's content, still opposed Carr's approach, highlighting concerns about government influence on media and freedom of speech.
Senator Ted Cruz criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr's remarks regarding Jimmy Kimmel.
Cruz accused Carr of making 'mafia-style' threats toward ABC and Kimmel.
Cruz made the comments on his podcast, Verdict with Ted Cruz.
Kimmel's monologue addressed political fallout surrounding Charlie Kirk.
Carr suggested the FCC might reconsider ABC's broadcast license.
- Who
- Ted Cruz, Brendan Carr, Jimmy Kimmel
- What
- Cruz's criticism of FCC Chair's comments regarding Kimmel's remarks and suspension.
- When
- Recent
- Where
- United States
- Why
- Disagreement over free speech and potential for government overreach
Senator Cruz
FCC Chair Brendan Carr
Government overreach
Senator Cruz
Carr is making mafia-style threats.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr
Carr's comments were within his rights.
Free Speech
Senator Cruz
Carr's actions threaten free speech
FCC Chair Brendan Carr
Carr is exercising his rights.
- Key Figures
- Ted Cruz, Brendan Carr, Jimmy Kimmel
- Event
- Controversy over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks and subsequent suspension
- Accusation
- Cruz accuses Carr of mafia-style threats
- Context
- Kimmel's comments about Charlie Kirk
- Action
- Carr's comments about potentially reconsidering ABC's broadcast license
Sources
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