The Conversation: Kimmel vs. the Trumps
Jimmy Kimmel faced renewed controversy after a joke on his late-night show referencing Melania Trump as having a 'glow like an expectant widow,' drawing condemnation from President Donald Trump and the first lady, who called for Kimmel's dismissal. The remarks resurfaced after an assassination attempt on Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, intensifying criticism and prompting calls for ABC and Disney to take action. Kimmel defended the comment as standard satire, while public opinion among Newsweek readers remained divided on whether the joke crossed a line.
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By Joshua SammonsCommunity ManagerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Welcome back to The Conversation. This week, Newsweek readers are debating Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night host once again drew criticism from President Donald Trump and his administration.The latest controversy follows a joke on an episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! that aired on April 23.
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