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Interestingly, ratings for Kimmel’s show upon his return are expected to be heavily scrutinized. Initially, they might spike due to curiosity and controversy, but over time, viewership is likely to decline, returning the show to its prior, more subdued relevance.
On the local broadcast front, Sinclair Broadcasting’s refusal to air Kimmel’s show signals ongoing resistance among certain station owners. Their decision to replace the show with news segments illustrates the layered complexity of media control and the difference between national decisions and local affiliate actions.