Talarico Kimmel Interview Fightsince Sep 10

Kimmel Releases Talarico Interview

Kimmel posted an unaired James Talarico interview after FCC equal-time concerns.

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New: Talarico Tries to Hoodwink Voters in Latest Remarks About 'Banned' Kimmel Interview

Jimmy Kimmel didn't air Talarico interview over fear of FCC 'equal time' threats

Talarico’s Interview With Kimmel That ABC Wouldn’t Air Goes Viral Online, Racking Up Millions of Views

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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.

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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.