Jimmy Kimmel, host of a US talk show, announced he cancelled an interview with Texas senate candidate James Talarico after alleged pressure from the Trump administration. The interview, originally scheduled for broadcast, will now only be available on YouTube. Kimmel stated the Trump administration, through the FCC, threatened legal action against ABC, its affiliates, and local stations in Texas due to the interview. He explained he made the decision to protect these stations from potential repercussions. Kimmel referenced a previous interview with Donald Trump during the 2015 presidential primaries, contrasting it with the current situation. Critics argue the FCC is no longer independent due to the appointment of a Trump-chosen chairman and strong governmental influence. This is not the first instance of Kimmel facing issues with the FCC, as his show was briefly suspended last year following a comment about Charlie Kirk.