The Week in Review
Week in Review: Kimmel Suspension Sparks Free Speech Debate; Tear Gas Used Against Broadview Protesters
The abrupt suspension of late-night talk host Jimmy Kimmel has Gov. JB Pritzker warning of an existential threat to our democracy.
Kimmel was suspended after pressure from FCC Chair Brendan Carr following comments about the alleged killer of conservative podcaster Charlie Kirk.
“We are fighting for our democracy now,” Pritzker said, “and that is why people need to stand up and speak out.”
President Donald Trump said Kimmel was fired because of a lack of talent and low ratings. Returning from a state visit to Britain, the president also floated the idea that TV networks who aired negative coverage of him could potentially get their licenses pulled.
In Chicago, a special budget task force recommends annual property tax hikes and higher fees to close a $1.15 billion budget deficit.
Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino announces a new federal crackdown on undocumented migrants in Chicago.
In Broadview, tear gas is used against protesters outside an ICE facility.
Women incarcerated at Logan Correctional Center allege widespread sexual abuse and retaliation.
Former Gov. Jim Edgar lies in state at the Capitol after his death at 79 from complications for treatment for pancreatic cancer.
And in sports, the Chicago Cubs clinch their first playoff berth since 2020.
Guests:
Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune | @ChrisJonesTrib
Sarah Karp, WBEZ | @SSKedreporter
Heather Cherone, WTTW News | @HeatherCherone
Melody Mercado, Block Club Chicago | @melodymercadotv
