Here’s where Bob Iger’s ‘Jimmy Kimmel’ standoff with Nexstar, Sinclair is headed — and why nobody is joking

The ongoing standoff between Bob Iger's Disney and media companies Nexstar and Sinclair over Jimmy Kimmel's show being pulled from numerous markets is creating significant challenges for national advertisers. With the show unavailable in many areas, advertisers are likely to push for lower rates or rebates, which could compel Iger to consider legal action or other strategies to mitigate financial losses. This situation highlights the complexities of media distribution and the impact on advertising revenue, making it a critical issue for the industry.