Nexstar Media Group is currently evaluating the status of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on its ABC-affiliated stations after the show returned to the Disney-owned network. The broadcast did not air on Nexstar's stations, which, along with Sinclair, own about 70 ABC affiliates in the U.S. Nexstar stated that the show would be preempted while discussions with Disney continue, focusing on community interests. Kimmel addressed the situation during his monologue, noting that 20% of the country was unable to watch the show. This evaluation follows a temporary suspension of production due to Kimmel's comments linking a murder to political figures, raising concerns about broadcast licenses from the FCC.