The Weeknight

‘Fighting Over Folding’

Episode Summary

“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is returning to television Tuesday night following the show’s suspension last week. The Weeknight hosts and guests discuss ABC’s decision to reinstate the late night show after widespread backlash.

Episode Notes

September 22, 2025 7p: “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is returning to television Tuesday night following the show’s suspension last week. Angelo Carusone, President and Chair of Media Matters, and Neera Tanden, President and CEO of The Center for American Progress, join The Weeknight hosts to discuss ABC’s decision to reinstate the late-night show after widespread backlash. Plus, Donald Trump is very publicly calling for the prosecution of his perceived enemies. Former DOJ pardon attorney Liz Oyer joins The Weeknight hosts to break down Trump’s latest social media rant and the real-life implications.

 

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