Knowing Bob Iger, I don't think he would have suspended Kimmel, says NYT's Stewart

Disney's Challenges and Decisions - Bob Iger faces pressure regarding freedom of speech and business interests from affiliates and the Trump administration [3] - Disney's decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel raises questions about corporate influence and free speech [1][9] - Advertiser backlash is a significant concern for Disney [8] Potential Motives for Suspending Kimmel - Iger's decision may be influenced by a desire to improve ratings and profitability [11] - The suspension could be a strategic move to address concerns from affiliate groups and advertisers [13] - The possibility exists that Iger wanted to remove Kimmel for financial reasons, using the controversy as cover [16] Affiliate and FCC Influence - Affiliates have the right to question programming content and express concerns to Disney [14] - The FCC's potential involvement adds pressure on Disney's decisions [3][13] - Affiliates may be dissatisfied with Kimmel's content and guest selection [13] Ratings Decline - Ratings have reportedly decreased by almost 50% since the beginning of the year [10]