A joke made by Jimmy Kimmel about Melania Trump having the 'glow of an expectant widow' has resurfaced following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Kimmel delivered the joke on his show days before the shooting, where a gunman reportedly targeted members of the Trump administration.
Backlash from Trump supporters
Supporters of Donald Trump have criticised Kimmel for the joke, with some right-wing commentators calling for apologies or action against ABC, the network airing his show. Critics on social media linked Kimmel's 'disgusting joke' to the shooting, despite its prior delivery, and demanded accountability.
Previous controversies
This incident follows previous controversies involving Kimmel, including remarks about Charlie Kirk, and ongoing public exchanges between Kimmel and Trump. The joke has amplified tensions between the comedian and the former president's base.
