Archive · 20 Sep 2025
Trump Slams Media, Cites Kimmel Suspension & Free Speech Debate
President Trump is upset with the news media.
He said they make good stories bad and claims their coverage of him is "illegal."
This all began after the TV show of Jimmy Kimmel was suspended by ABC.
An FCC member, Brendan Carr, had criticized Kimmel.
Trump defended Carr.
Senator Ted Cruz disagreed with the FCC’s actions, saying it threatened free speech.
The debate is about whether the media should be criticized or if that's bad for free speech in the US.
Trump criticized US media, calling negative coverage of him "illegal."
The statement followed the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's TV show.
Trump defended FCC member Brendan Carr.
Senator Ted Cruz voiced concerns about Carr's actions.
The situation has ignited a debate over free speech in the US.
- Who
- Donald Trump, Brendan Carr, Ted Cruz
- What
- Trump criticized the media, defended Carr, and sparked debate about free speech.
- When
- Friday, September 19
- Where
- Oval Office
- Why
- Trump believes media coverage is biased.
Defenders of Free Speech
Those Supporting the Suspension
Media Criticism
Defenders of Free Speech
Believe Trump is undermining the press.
Those Supporting the Suspension
Support Trump's criticism of media bias.
FCC Actions
Defenders of Free Speech
Critical of the FCC's actions.
Those Supporting the Suspension
Supports FCC's actions.
- Main Subject
- Trump's criticism of US media coverage
- Key Figures
- Donald Trump, Brendan Carr, Ted Cruz, Jimmy Kimmel
- Event
- Kimmel show suspension by ABC after FCC threat
- Trump's Stance
- Claims negative coverage is "illegal"
- Figure Supported by Trump
- FCC member Brendan Carr
- Senator's Reaction
- Ted Cruz criticizes FCC action as dangerous
- Incident
- Kimmel's comment on Charlie Kirk
Sources
Donald Trump Calls Negative Broadcast News Coverage Of Him “Illegal”
Bill Maher Voices Support For Jimmy Kimmel, Compares It To His ‘Politically Incorrect’ Cancellation: “ABC Stands For Always Be Caving”
Trump slams US media, calls negative coverage 'illegal' after Jimmy Kimmel show suspension stirs free speech debate
