ABC's Kimmel Dispute: No Laughing Matter For Nexstar Tegna Merger
1. ABC suspended 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', impacting broadcast industry dynamics. 2. Nexstar leverages controversy, signaling loyalty to the administration. 3. Nexstar's Tegna acquisition could increase market dominance despite antitrust concerns. 4. Political censorship risks reducing media plurality and impacts national broadcasting. 5. Nexstar's actions spark debate about affiliate control and network independence.