Former late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel reportedly refused to apologize on air for his remarks about Charlie Kirk during an earlier monologue, in which he blamed the “MAGA gang” for Kirk’s assassination.

Kimmel went on to make fun of President Donald Trump for his supposedly flippant response to Kirk’s murder, focusing on one remark instead of Trump’s many statements and gestures since the assassination.

After Federal Communications Commission chairman Brad Carr threatened to revoke the broadcast licenses of Disney, ABC, and their affiliates if Kimmel’s remarks were not addressed, he was apparently planning to address the controversy — but refused to apologize.

The Hollywood Reporter reported that a source tells them Kimmel was prepared to address the backlash on Wednesday night’s show.

He planned to explain what he said and demonstrate how it was taken out of context.

When asked by the publication, the source said that Kimmel was not planning on apologizing.

He felt that what he said did not require an apology.

Nexstar issued a statement late Wednesday they would not air tonight’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! and would preempt the show for the foreseeable future.

The end of Kimmel’s show prompted a furious backlash on the left, with Democrats accusing the Trump administration and corporate Hollywood of censorship.

But many on the right were unmoved, noting that broadcast media (as opposed to cable or satellite) are subject to regulation.

They argued that misinforming the public served to cover up the murder, as well as to cover for future violence by the left against the right.

Kimmel’s downfall represents the consequences of pushing political hatred too far in the aftermath of a national tragedy.

His decision to blame conservatives for Kirk’s assassination while mocking Trump’s response crossed every line of decency.

The comedian’s arrogance in refusing to apologize shows how disconnected Hollywood elites have become from basic human compassion.

Even when faced with losing everything, Kimmel chose pride over acknowledging his cruel remarks about a murdered young father.

The FCC’s swift action demonstrates that there are still consequences for using public airwaves to spread dangerous misinformation.

Kimmel’s claim that his remarks were “taken out of context” rings hollow when he clearly blamed the wrong people for Kirk’s death.

His stubborn refusal to show basic respect for a assassination victim ultimately cost him his career.

The cancellation of Jimmy Kimmel Live! sends a powerful message to other entertainers who think they can say anything without consequences.

Hollywood’s culture of impunity is finally facing real accountability for its role in promoting political violence.

Kimmel’s colleagues in late-night television should take note – Americans are tired of comedians who spread hate instead of humor.

The comedian’s 20-year career came crashing down because he couldn’t admit he was wrong about a grieving nation.

His network’s decision to pull the show indefinitely suggests they recognize the severity of his mistakes.

Kimmel’s fate serves as a warning to other media figures who use tragedy to advance their political agenda.

The American people have spoken clearly – there’s no place for entertainers who celebrate or excuse political assassination.

His refusal to apologize reveals the callous indifference that led to his downfall in the first place.

Kimmel’s career-ending mistake was choosing partisan politics over basic human decency.

The swift justice delivered to his show proves that accountability is finally returning to American media.

Other late-night hosts should learn from Kimmel’s example before they face similar consequences.

His arrogance in the face of national tragedy has made him a cautionary tale for the entertainment industry.

The end of Jimmy Kimmel Live! marks a turning point where entertainers can no longer hide behind comedy to spread political poison.