Chicago – April 28, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel after a controversial joke about Melania Trump sparked backlash.
During a recent monologue, Kimmel described Melania as having “a glow like an expectant widow,” a remark critics say crossed a line given heightened political tensions. Trump condemned the joke as dangerous and inappropriate, urging ABC and its parent company, The Walt Disney Company, to take immediate action. Melania Trump also criticized the comment, calling it divisive and harmful.
Kimmel defended the remark, saying it was clearly satire and not intended to promote violence. The incident has reignited debate over the limits of political comedy and whether public figures should pressure media organizations over content.
