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. While he makes no effort to hide his disdain for President Trump and MAGA on the air, he may soon face scrutiny for not disclosing to viewers that he has donated to Democratic candidates, some of whom he interviews on his show, and some for whom he personally campaigned for candidates in his home state of Nevada, a battleground state.