Kimmel Releases Talarico Interview
Kimmel posted an unaired James Talarico interview after FCC equal-time concerns.
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Jimmy Kimmel released his full interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico on YouTube Thursday night after saying ABC would not air it because of pressure from President Donald Trump’s FCC. Kimmel said the FCC had threatened him, his show, ABC and affiliates; accounts of the decision centered on fears of “equal time” demands. The White House criticized Kimmel’s claim that the FCC threatened him. In the interview, Talarico discussed his race against Ken Paxton and Trump’s “Talafreako” nickname.
Analysis & opinion
Backfired PublicityMostly Left
Trump’s insult and ABC’s choice not to broadcast the interview ended up helping James Talarico rather than hurting him. The controversy gave him viral attention, made him look more appealing, and handed him a political advantage.
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