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Jimmy Kimmel hits back at Trump Iran, San Diego comments
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- Jimmy Kimmel criticized President Donald Trump's remarks at a Nebraska rally, where Trump suggested Iran could "take out" U.S. cities like Los Angeles and San Diego with a nuclear weapon, calling the economic impact "a small price to pay."
- Kimmel condemned the comments as "crazy" and "indefensible," highlighting the irony of Trump’s supporters applauding such statements while liberals are blamed for provoking attacks.
- The comedian referenced past controversies, including backlash over his joke about Melania Trump, to highlight perceived hypocrisy in reactions to political rhetoric from different sides.
- Kimmel also addressed alleged threats from the Trump administration and the FCC against his show and interviews, underscoring ongoing tensions between the comedian and the White House.
- He concluded with a humorous jab at Trump’s disdain for California, attributing it to personal jealousy over Governor Gavin Newsom’s public affection for the first lady.
