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FCC Reviews ABC After Kimmel Segment

FCC Reviews ABC Station License After Kimmel Segment

The Federal Communications Commission has ordered an early review of broadcast licenses for ABC television stations following a controversial joke by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel that drew calls from the White House for his firing. The review targets eight ABC stations owned by Disney and comes amid heightened political tensions between the Trump administration and major media organizations. The FCC says the action is tied to its oversight of broadcaster compliance with public interest requirements, while critics argue the move raises concerns about political pressure and media independence. ABC’s parent company Disney has not publicly commented on the review.

A federal appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration cannot detain immigrants without the opportunity to seek bond. The decision limits the Department of Homeland Security’s authority in certain immigration detention cases, requiring that individuals be given a chance to request release while their cases proceed. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for the administration’s immigration enforcement approach.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to face lawmakers for the first time since the Iran conflict began. He will testify before the House Armed Services Committee on the administration’s 1.5 trillion dollar military budget. Democrats are expected to press him on the costs of the war and concerns over weapons supply levels. Lawmakers from both parties are also questioning his firing of top military leaders and other senior officers.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are headed to New York City as part of a high-profile diplomatic visit marking 250 years since America declared independence from England. The royal couple will visit the 9/11 Memorial, where they are expected to meet with first responders and victims’ families ahead of the 25th anniversary of the attacks. Queen Camilla will also stop at the New York Public Library to donate a “Roo” doll as Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100. The visit will conclude with a charity reception founded by the King.

The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments over the Trump administration’s push to end legal protections for migrants fleeing war and natural disaster. The case centers on whether the Department of Homeland Security can terminate temporary protected status for individuals from Haiti and Syria. Lower courts have blocked the move, but the administration is appealing the rulings. A decision could affect up to 1.3 million migrants from 17 countries.

The White House is warning Congress that funding to pay Department of Homeland Security personnel could soon run out. The Office of Management and Budget says failure to pass new legislation may lead to airport disruptions and national security risks. The House remains at a standstill as Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican lawmakers clash over funding issues. Officials say temporary measures used to pay TSA and other workers will be exhausted by May.

In this episode, host Carl Jackson discusses the recent assassination attempt on President Trump's life and the media's role in it. He shares his thoughts on Jimmy Kimmel's joke about Melania Trump and how it sparked a heated debate. Carl also talks about the left's use of violent rhetoric and how it's affecting the country. He plays clips from various media personalities, including Nora O'Donnell and Jamie Raskin, and shares his opinions on their comments. The conversation touches on the importance of free speech, the role of the media, and the need for accountability in politics. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com Visit our Store https://CarlJacksonStore.com

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The State Department said Tuesday that it is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday that feature a picture of President Donald Trump, who would be the first living president to be featured in the travel document. The concept for the special passport, including a rendering of Trump’s stern-looking visage, had been under consideration for months before finally being approved late Monday. Between 25,000 and 30,000 of the new passports will be available to applicants at the Washington, D.C., passport office beginning shortly before July 4. It’s the latest instance of Trump having his name and likeness added to buildings, documents and other highly visible tributes. There are efforts to put Trump’s signature on all new U.S. paper currency, also a first for a sitting president, as well as to include his image on a gold commemorative coin to celebrate the country's founding. The commemorative passport will be the default document for people applying in person at the Washington office, although those who want a standard passport will be able to get one by applying online or outside Washington, officials said. “As the United States celebrates America’s 250th anniversary in July, the State Department is preparing to release a limited number of specially designed U.S. passports to commemorate this historic occasion,” State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said. “These passports will feature customized artwork and enhanced imagery while maintaining the same security features that make the U.S. passport the most secure documents in the world,” he said. The limited release passport will feature Trump’s picture over a gold imprimatur of his signature to an interior page, while the cover will feature the words “United States of America” in bold gold print at the top and “Passport” at the bottom — a reversal of the standard cover. In addition, a small gold laminate American flag, with the number 250 encircled by stars, will be at the bottom of the back cover. The Bulwark reported earlier on the commemorative passports. The only presidents featured in current U.S. passports are in a double-page depiction of Mount Rushmore in South Dakota — George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. Other depictions include the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and scenes of the Great Plains, mountains and islands. Current passports also contain quotations from Martin Luther King Jr. as well as Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy and Dwight Eisenhower. The addition of Trump's picture and signature to the passport book is the newest step his aides have taken to increase the president's visibility, including adding his name to the U.S. Institute of Peace building and the Kennedy Center performing arts venue. Trump also has made waves with his plans for a new White House ballroom and a massive arch to be built at one of the entrances to Washington from Virginia.

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Jimmy Kimmel Not Sorry For 'Expectant Widow' Joke

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Josh opens the show by taking aim at the dangerous rhetoric coming from the Left, including late-night host Jimmy Kimmel doubling down after joking about the assassination of the President. Josh breaks down why this kind of rhetoric is becoming normalized in mainstream culture—and why the media refuses to hold its own side accountable. Josh then turns to the latest developments in Iran and the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, reacting to Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments about the possibility of a ceasefire and what it could mean for America’s role moving forward. Later in the show, Josh is joined by Professor Richard Epstein, author of The Myth of Birthright Citizenship: What the 14th Amendment Really Says. Epstein joins Josh to unpack the history of the 14th Amendment and explain why the modern debate over birthright citizenship is often built on misconceptions—and what the Constitution actually says.

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