BREAKING: President Donald Trump escalated his feud with comedian Jimmy Kimmel and ABC on July 25, 2023, signaling potential legal action against the network. This comes as Kimmel returned to airwaves, delivering pointed critiques of the Trump administration during his opening monologue.
Just an hour before Kimmel’s show aired, Trump launched a scathing attack on his Truth Social platform, stating, “I can’t believe ABC Fake News gave Jimmy Kimmel his job back.” In a stunning claim, he alleged that Kimmel was acting as an “arm of the Democratic Party,” suggesting that airing his show could constitute a “major Illegal Campaign Contribution.”
The president’s post followed a week of speculation regarding Kimmel’s show, which Disney had reportedly paused “indefinitely” last week. However, Trump asserted that the White House had received information indicating Kimmel’s cancellation, raising questions about the timing of his return.
Trump’s comments reflect a deeper concern over Kimmel’s influence, as the president remarked, “He puts the Network in jeopardy by playing 99% positive Democrat GARBAGE.” He also indicated that he may pursue legal action against ABC, referencing a previous settlement where he received $16 million. “This one sounds even more lucrative,” Trump added, further intensifying the situation.
During Kimmel’s return, he addressed Trump directly, showcasing a clip of the president labeling him a “wack job” with “no talent” and “no ratings.” Kimmel quipped, “Well, I do tonight,” alluding to the heightened interest in his show following Trump’s attacks. He continued, “You almost have to feel sorry for him. He did his best to cancel me. Instead, he forced millions of people to watch the show. That backfired bigly.”
This public spat highlights the ongoing tensions between political figures and media personalities, as both sides leverage their platforms to engage audiences. Kimmel’s return could markedly impact ABC’s ratings and Trump’s ongoing narrative against mainstream media.
As developments unfold, viewers are left to ponder the implications of this conflict. Will Trump follow through on his threats of legal action? How will Kimmel’s show adapt in the face of such scrutiny?
Stay tuned for more updates on this rapidly evolving story.