After politicians retire, they run around the country like aristocrats. They push out their opinions like anyone cares.
And now Barack Obama skulked back into the spotlight for a despicable reason.
Obama’s Hypocrisy on Cancel Culture Exposed
Former President Barack Obama took to X to decry what he called a “new and dangerous level” of cancel culture after ABC and Disney indefinitely suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show for spreading disinformation about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Obama claimed, “After years of complaining about cancel culture, the current administration has taken it to a new and dangerous level by routinely threatening regulatory action against media companies unless they muzzle or fire reporters and commentators it doesn’t like.”
His remarks, posted alongside an article about the suspension, accused the government of First Amendment violations, urging media companies to resist “capitulating” to such pressure. Yet, Obama’s sudden defense of free speech rings hollow given his administration’s own history of targeting conservative media and stifling dissent.
Kimmel’s Reckless Disinformation Sparks Consequences
The suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” followed Kimmel’s inflammatory monologue on September 15, 2025, where he falsely linked Kirk’s assassin, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, to the “MAGA gang.”
Kimmel stated, “We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and doing everything they can to score political points from it.” FCC Chairman Brendan Carr swiftly condemned Kimmel’s claims as “truly sick,” warning that ABC and Disney risked regulatory action, including potential broadcast license penalties, for misleading the public.
Nexstar president Andrew Alford called Kimmel’s remarks “offensive and insensitive,” prompting the initial replacement of the show. Kimmel’s refusal to apologize led to its indefinite suspension, a move President Donald Trump celebrated on Truth Social, stating, “Great News for America: The ratings challenged Jimmy Kimmel Show is CANCELLED. Congratulations to ABC for finally having the courage to do what had to be done.”
Truth Prevails Over Leftist Narratives
Evidence surrounding Kirk’s killer undermines Kimmel’s narrative and Obama’s defense. Robinson, reportedly influenced by a transgender roommate who “hates conservatives and Christians,” held left-leaning views, according to family statements.
This directly contradicts Kimmel’s attempt to pin the assassination on Trump supporters, exposing the dangers of unchecked disinformation from liberal media figures. Donald Trump Jr. aptly framed the backlash as “consequence culture,” noting, “Leftists are losing their jobs as a result of their own actions.”
Obama’s criticism conveniently ignores his own administration’s record, including the IRS targeting of conservative groups and pressure on media outlets critical of his policies. His selective outrage over Kimmel’s suspension fails to acknowledge the need for accountability when falsehoods inflame an already tense national discourse.
Why Obama’s Rhetoric Is Misguided and Damaging
Barack Obama’s attack on the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show is a masterclass in hypocrisy and a dangerous attempt to shield reckless media figures from accountability. By framing the suspension as government overreach, Obama deflects from Kimmel’s baseless claim that Charlie Kirk’s assassin was tied to Trump supporters, a narrative debunked by the killer’s left-leaning affiliations.
Obama’s silence during his own administration’s crackdowns on conservative voices, such as the IRS scandal targeting Tea Party groups, undercuts his newfound concern for free speech. His rhetoric risks emboldening media outlets to spread disinformation without consequence, further eroding public trust.
The swift action by ABC, praised by President Trump, demonstrates a commitment to restoring integrity in broadcasting, countering the divisive falsehoods Obama once tacitly endorsed. This episode exposes Obama’s selective principles and reinforces the necessity of holding media accountable, ensuring Turning Point USA’s mission to promote truth and patriotism endures against liberal distortions.
