Cheney Snaps Over Kimmel Firing

Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY), one of President Trump’s fiercest Republican critics, is once again taking aim at conservatives — this time siding with liberal late-night host Jimmy Kimmel in a growing free speech showdown.

On Friday, Cheney blasted Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr, a top Trump ally, after ABC suspended Kimmel over shocking comments he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

ABC’s decision to pull Kimmel came after Carr urged the network to “take action” or face potential federal review. Cheney quickly jumped in to defend Kimmel and attack Carr, claiming his comments violated constitutional protections.

Cheney Lectures FCC Chair, Defends Liberal Host

In a fiery post on X (formerly Twitter), Cheney invoked a recent Supreme Court ruling (National Rifle Association v. Vullo) to argue that Carr had crossed the line:

“Government officials cannot attempt to coerce private parties to punish or silence speech they dislike,” Cheney wrote.
“This applies to Democrats AND Republicans. You swore an oath to the Constitution — not to Donald Trump.”

Cheney’s post immediately sparked backlash among conservatives, many of whom accused her of defending a Hollywood elite who has openly mocked and ridiculed Trump supporters for years.

The former congresswoman left office in 2023 after Wyoming voters rejected her anti-Trump agenda, handing her a humiliating primary defeat.

Kimmel’s Offensive Remarks Spark Outrage

The controversy began when Kimmel mocked President Trump’s grief over Charlie Kirk’s death, comparing it to “a 4-year-old mourning a goldfish.”

Kimmel also falsely suggested Kirk’s killer was linked to the MAGA movement — even though Utah’s governor confirmed the shooter had left-leaning political views.

Carr applauded ABC’s decision to suspend Kimmel, saying the network was “doing the right thing.” However, his public comments raised concerns among free speech advocates who warn about government overreach.

Republicans Split Over Free Speech vs. Accountability

Some prominent Republicans, while furious with Kimmel, cautioned against giving the federal government power to silence media outlets.

Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) warned during his podcast:

“I hate what Jimmy Kimmel said. I’m glad ABC got rid of him. But if the government starts punishing media for speech, one day that power will be used to silence conservatives.”

Former Vice President Mike Pence echoed Cruz, saying he “would have preferred the FCC chair had stayed out of the matter,” though he acknowledged ABC had every right to fire Kimmel as a private employer.

Carr Turns Up the Heat on ABC’s Liberal Programming

Carr isn’t backing down. In a recent interview, he questioned whether ABC’s “The View” — a daytime talk show known for anti-Trump commentary — still qualifies as a “bona fide news program” under federal law.

“I’m not so sure ‘The View’ qualifies as a legitimate news program anymore,” Carr said. “It’s worth having the FCC take a hard look at whether programs like this are receiving special exemptions they don’t deserve.”

Carr’s comments highlight growing conservative frustration with legacy media outlets that relentlessly attack President Trump while shielding liberal personalities like Kimmel.

Why This Matters for Conservatives

This fight is about more than Jimmy Kimmel. It’s a battle over whether Big Media and Big Government can collude to control political speech.

While many conservatives celebrated Kimmel’s suspension, they warn that empowering regulators like the FCC to punish speech could one day be weaponized against Trump supporters.

With President Trump pushing to drain the swamp and restore accountability, this controversy underscores how critical free speech and fair media practices will be heading into the 2026 midterms and beyond.

Bottom Line: Liz Cheney once again stands with the liberal elite and against Trump supporters, defending a late-night host who smeared conservatives. As the battle over free speech heats up, Americans must stay vigilant to ensure Washington bureaucrats don’t silence conservative voices.