Jimmy Kimmel has refused to apologise for a joke in which he said Melania Trump was glowing "like an expectant widow," doubling down despite calls from President Donald Trump and the first lady for his sacking.
Kimmel Defends His Gag
The popular television host made the remark several days before the White House correspondents' dinner shooting, a timing that has become central to the controversy. The Trumps accused Kimmel of inciting violence with the joke.
However, Kimmel pointed out that he made the joke three days before the alleged assassination attempt. "Obviously, it was a joke about their age difference and the look of joy we see on her face every time they're together," he said in his defence.
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