Disney Picks Free Speech Over Caving to Trump, Reversing After Revolt
In a major reversal, Disney is bringing back Jimmy Kimmel after a massive backlash. MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports on the corporate shift, and ongoing First Amendment issues, as the Trump administration admits its likely unlawful efforts to use government power to censor criticism.
The Beat with Ari Melber · Chai Komanduri, Leslie Caldwell, Howard Dean
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Show Notes
September 22, 2025; 6pm: In a major reversal, Disney is bringing back Jimmy Kimmel after a massive backlash. MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports on the corporate shift, and ongoing First Amendment issues, as the Trump administration admits its likely unlawful efforts to use government power to censor criticism. Plus, President Donald Trump is directing Attorney General Pam Bondi to go after his political opponents. Political Strategist Chai Komanduri and former DNC Chair Howard Dean join.
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