Obama: Trump admin has taken cancel culture to 'new and dangerous level'

Media Industry Dynamics - The president frames the indefinite pulling of Jimmy Kimmel's show as a result of bad ratings and a desire to take credit, despite Kimmel not being officially fired [1] - The administration has been discussing free speech, particularly since the Charlie Kirk assassination, and the potential for government influence on media content [1] - The FCC chairman, a key figure in Project 2025, has been critical of perceived liberal biases in networks like ABC and has investigated complaints against them [2][3] - The FCC chairman hinted at potential future actions for other networks or late-night hosts, stating, "We're not done yet," predicting more changes in the media ecosystem [5] Free Speech & Censorship Concerns - The situation highlights a long-standing debate between the right and left regarding free speech, with conservatives feeling victimized by media self-censorship and the Biden administration's focus on misinformation [1] - Concerns are raised about government coercion and censorship, questioning whether the administration is influencing media organizations, despite ABC's right to fire Kimmel [1] - Former President Obama criticized the current administration for threatening regulatory action against media companies that don't comply with their views [1] Media Trust & Public Perception - Trust in the media is at an all-time low, even lower than Congress, suggesting a significant decline in public confidence [4]