Disney's Josh D'Amaro faces Trump test as Kimmel controversy unfolds
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New Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro is under pressure from Donald Trump to fire Jimmy Kimmel over a joke, but Disney has shown no signs of capitulating as Kimmel tapes a new episode. The push also involves Melania Trump and Trump allies, complicating ABC's handling of the matter. Behind-the-scenes discussions and past tensions during Bob Iger's tenure shape the response, with observers noting the importance of First Amendment considerations and signaling that Disney won’t rush to remove Kimmel from the air.
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