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James Talarico Blasts ‘Government Censorship’ After ABC Pulls His Jimmy Kimmel Interview Over FCC Concerns: ‘Dangerous Form of Cancel Culture’

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Texas Democratic senatorial candidate James Talarico has publicly criticized ABC for moving his scheduled appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to the show's YouTube channel. The network cited FCC concerns as the reason for the change, prompting Talarico to characterize the decision as a form of government censorship and a dangerous instance of cancel culture.

While the interview will no longer air on the traditional broadcast network, Talarico has expressed a desire for the segment to be reinstated on the air. The candidate discussed the situation during an interview with MS NOW, maintaining his stance against the network's decision to shift the platform for his appearance.

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Variety Focuses on the specific charge of government censorship
The Hollywood Reporter Highlights the candidate's ongoing hope for a broadcast reversal
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