Bradley Cortright

Jimmy Kimmel May Face Federal Investigation as Chairman Carr Vows To Probe Broadcast TV Stars Who Don’t Disclose Political Fundraising

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr is signaling potential trouble for ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel, warning that the FCC will be investigating broadcasters for not disclosing when they fundraise for political candidates. Mr. Kimmel, the host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, is a prolific fundraiser for Democratic candidates, and emceed a key 2024 fundraiser attended by Presidents Biden and Obama.