Jimmy Kimmel says joke was not call for assassination as Trumps call for his ouster after shooting
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Jimmy Kimmel defended a controversial joke about the first lady made during a skit on his show, stating it was a humorous comment on their age difference and not a call for violence.
- The joke drew criticism from the president and first lady, who called for Kimmel's firing from ABC and Disney following an assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
- Kimmel emphasized that the joke was scrutinized only after the shooting incident and reiterated his long-standing stance against gun violence.
- The president and first lady expressed outrage on social media, accusing Kimmel of spreading hate and demanding accountability from his network.
- ABC and Disney have not responded to the controversy, while Kimmel maintained his right to free speech and continued to defend his comedic approach.
