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Jimmy Kimmel tearfully addresses audience in TV return

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Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel said Trump's attacks on free speech were "un-American" days after being suspended for comments made about Charlie Kirk's death.

Breakdown
  • Jimmy Kimmel returned to air after being off for nearly a week due to controversial remarks. 6s
  • Kimmel acknowledged his comments hurt people but did not apologize, saying he did not intend to make light of a murder. 12s
  • His remarks about Kirk's assassination led to a warning from the Trump administration and his show being pulled from many stations. 39s
  • Kimmel continued to make jokes about the president and administration upon his return. 54s
  • President Trump and some viewers expressed strong criticism, while Kimmel defended free speech. 1m 11s
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