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Disney Broadcast Licences Under Review Following Kimmel's Controversial Joke

Editorial Staff · April 28, 2026 · 1 min read

The US regulatory body has announced it will review Disney's broadcast licences in light of a recent incident involving Jimmy Kimmel.

Kimmel made a joke referring to Melania Trump as an 'expectant widow,' which has drawn criticism and led to calls for his dismissal from ABC, a Disney-owned network.

This scrutiny comes as the White House reportedly pressures ABC to take action against Kimmel, raising questions about the intersection of comedy, media, and political influence.