Jimmy Kimmel fires back at Melania Trump over backlash to 'widow' joke
Jimmy Kimmel responded to backlash from Melania Trump regarding a joke he made about her. The joke, which referenced a hypothetical assassination attempt, sparked controversy and criticism. Kimmel defended his humor, stating it was meant to be satirical and not taken seriously.
- ▪Jimmy Kimmel made a joke about Melania Trump that referenced an assassination attempt.
- ▪The joke received backlash from Melania Trump and others.
- ▪Kimmel defended his joke as satire and not meant to be taken literally.
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