Rosie O'Donnell has dismissed concerns that the FCC or its chairman, Brendan Carr, could affect her upcoming stint as guest host of ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", saying she does not "pay any heed" to the regulator. Her comments come amid heightened scrutiny of broadcasters following controversy over Kimmel's own show, making the remarks notable given ongoing tensions between the FCC and late-night television hosts.

O'Donnell was asked directly whether she feared regulatory repercussions ahead of her hosting appearance and brushed off the suggestion, indicating she is unconcerned about political or regulatory pressure influencing her approach to the show. The comments were made in the context of wider media coverage of O'Donnell, who has also recently announced plans to return to "The View" for its anniversary, alongside reported tension with co-host Whoopi Goldberg.