Jimmy Kimmel has responded to Melania Trump's accusation of 'violent rhetoric' by suggesting she look at her husband's own words instead. The late-night host made a joke during a sketch mocking the US president and his allies, prompting a backlash from the First Lady.
The Controversial Joke
During a recent episode of his show, Kimmel joked that Melania Trump had a 'glow like an expectant widow,' a comment that drew criticism. Two days later, a suspected gunman attempted to storm the White House Correspondents Dinner, though no one was killed in the incident. Melania Trump subsequently took to social media to accuse Kimmel of 'hateful and violent rhetoric.'
Kimmel's Defense
Kimmel defended his comments as a 'light roast joke' and suggested that Melania Trump should address violent rhetoric with her husband first. The US president had demanded that Kimmel be fired from his show, but the host stood by his remarks.
In a statement, Kimmel said: 'I made a joke, and it was meant in the spirit of light-hearted roasting. If anyone should be concerned about violent rhetoric, it might be the First Lady, who could start by looking at the president's own words.'
The incident has sparked a wider debate about the role of comedy in politics and the boundaries of acceptable speech. Kimmel's response highlights the ongoing tension between the entertainment industry and the Trump administration.
