Jimmy Kimmel pulled from the air over false comment about Kirk murder

[PorkChop96]

Hopefully he will abide by the rules of licenced broadcast and stop his misinformation campaign, instead sticking to comedy.

Miss the days when late night talk shows were hosted by actual comedians, or even just a real talk show host, and they kept their nose out of politics

[ANNEE]

Miss the days when late night talk shows were hosted by actual comedians, or even just a real talk show host, and they kept their nose out of politics

I’d like to know who you consider a REAL comedian.

[putnam6]

Right now, Kimmel's all the Democrats have, and they will milk it till something else comes along 

He is cause du jour...

[andy06shake]

I’d like to know who you consider a REAL comedian.

Stab in the dark "Rob Schneider."

[andy06shake]

Hopefully he will abide by the rules of licenced broadcast and stop his misinformation campaign, instead sticking to comedy.

I don't think you will even get an apology out of it.

But I guess his next appearance will tell.

[andy06shake]

Right now, Kimmel's all the Democrats have, and they will milk it till something else comes along 

He is cause du jour...

[Video: https://youtu.be/d681GuMZj6Y?si=JHA4BrfFcLZN1dH0]

Hopefully, that will be the Epstein files.

Because let's face facts, nobody has forgotten about those.

And that's on both sides of the political aisle.

[Chiefsmom]

Apparently he won't be back everywhere.

A lot of ABC stations said no thank you.

It will be interesting to see what his ratings are in a week or two.

Hopefully next time there will be no question as to why he is taken off the air.

[andy06shake]

Apparently he won't be back everywhere.

A lot of ABC stations said no thank you.

It will be interesting to see what his ratings are in a week or two.

Hopefully next time there will be no question as to why he is taken off the air.

I mainly watch the fellow on "YouTube" who tends to pick up the greater proportion of the show.

I imagine a lot of people who follow Jimmy will simply do the same.

Or purchase a Hulu or Disney + account, which i if we are honest, most people will already have if they have kids.  

The thing is, ratings for late-night TV are only apt to get worse across the board, as people move to newer social media platforms.

And that's just the way the cookie is crumblin' where all TV is concerned because of the way the world has spun.

The fact is, traditional TV is declining as streaming platforms, on-demand content, and mobile viewing become the norm.

[putnam6]

Hopefully, that will be the Epstein files.

Because let's face facts, nobody has forgotten about those.

And that's on both sides of the political aisle.

LOL its been going on since 2012 what makes you think 2025 is any different than Trump's first 4 years, Biden's 4 years. 

Again, a President can not open an NDA closed case, which is what would need to happen. 

Either TPTB have buttoned it up for good, or there's no meat left on the bone and the carcass has been picked clean.

This doesn't mean I like it or agree with it; it just is.

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Applicability to the Epstein Case
Yes, the Epstein case is a prime example of the principles I outlined earlier regarding the President's limited authority over sealed court cases and related NDAs. The Jeffrey Epstein investigations involved multiple federal and state court proceedings with sealed documents, grand jury materials, and protective orders (functioning similarly to NDAs) to safeguard victim privacy, investigative details, and third-party information. While the President can direct executive actions like declassification or DOJ motions to unseal, the judiciary retains ultimate control, and unilateral opening remains impossible. Here's how this plays out specifically for Epstein as of September 23, 2025:
Key Aspects of the Epstein Case Involving Seals and NDAs

• Sealed Court Documents and Grand Jury Records: Epstein's cases (e.g., 2008 Florida plea deal, 2019 New York sex-trafficking indictment) include thousands of pages of sealed materials, such as grand jury transcripts, search warrant exhibits, witness statements, and videos from his properties. These were sealed to protect victims and maintain investigative secrecy under Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure Rule 6(e). NDAs or protective orders also bound victims and associates in civil suits (e.g., Virginia Giuffre's defamation case against Ghislaine Maxwell), preventing disclosure of sensitive details.
  
• Ongoing Partial Releases: Significant portions have been unsealed over time via court orders:
  • In January 2024, a New York federal judge ordered the release of over 900 pages from the Giuffre-Maxwell case, naming associates but redacting victim identities.
    
  • In February 2025, Attorney General Pam Bondi (under President Trump) declassified and released an initial phase of FBI/DOJ files, including investigative reports on Epstein's exploitation of over 250 underage girls.  This was framed as fulfilling Trump's transparency pledge but excluded full grand jury materials.
    
  • In early September 2025, the House Oversight Committee released over 33,000 pages of DOJ records (subpoenaed earlier), including flight logs, videos, and court documents—many previously public but with new redactions for victims.  The DOJ committed to further releases but emphasized victim protections.
    

Presidential Involvement and Limitations

• Trump Administration's Efforts: President Trump has repeatedly directed the DOJ to pursue unsealing, including motions filed in July 2025 to release grand jury transcripts from Epstein's 2005-2007 Florida probe and 2019 New York case.  These were positioned as responses to public (and MAGA base) pressure for full disclosure. However, federal judges rejected these bids:
  • In July 2025, a Florida judge (Robin L. Rosenberg) denied the request, citing strict limits on grand jury secrecy and noting the DOJ already held releasable materials. 
    
  • In August 2025, New York Judge Richard Berman similarly rejected unsealing for Epstein's 2019 grand jury, calling it a "diversion" from the DOJ's broader files and emphasizing victim privacy/safety. He urged the executive branch to release its own non-court-sealed documents instead. 
    
• No Unilateral Power: As with general cases, Trump cannot directly unseal these without court approval, respecting separation of powers. FBI Director Kash Patel claimed in September 2025 congressional testimony that "court orders" block releases, but critics (including Judge Berman) noted this misrepresents the DOJ's ability to declassify non-judicial files like victim interviews and property videos.  A July 2025 DOJ memo admitted much material remains "court-ordered sealing," limiting executive action. 
  
• NDAs and Private Agreements: Epstein's victims signed NDAs as part of settlements (e.g., his 2008 plea), enforceable as contracts. The President has no authority to void these without litigation or congressional intervention, though courts can modify them in public-interest cases (e.g., partial lifts in Giuffre's suit).
  

Current Status (September 23, 2025)

• Not Fully Open: While substantial files are public (e.g., via the Oversight Committee's September release), core sealed elements—like full grand jury transcripts and unredacted victim-related NDAs—remain closed due to judicial denials.  Pending congressional subpoenas and potential appeals could lead to more unsealing, but the President cannot force it.
  
• Broader Implications: This highlights executive influence (e.g., directing DOJ motions) but underscores judicial independence. Any overreach risks legal challenges, as seen in criticisms of the administration's "diversionary" tactics. 
  

In essence, the Epstein case exemplifies why Presidents can't unilaterally "open" such matters: courts decide based on law, not executive fiat.

[PorkChop96]

I’d like to know who you consider a REAL comedian.

 

Comedians or late night hosts that were more on the comedian side? 


Robin Williams, Richard Prior, Sam Kinison, Chris Farley, Ralphie May, John Pinette, George Carlin, John Witherspoon, Bob Saget, johnny Carson, David Letterman, Jay Leno, Arsenio Hall, Andrew Dice Clay, Ron White, Bill Engvall, Jeff Foxworthy.

I could go on and on