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Melania Trump Demands ABC Fire Jimmy Kimmel Over 'Hateful' Monologue

Melania Trump has publicly urged ABC to "take a stand" against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, accusing him of "hateful and violent rhetoric." She criticized Kimmel's monologue about her family, calling it "corrosive" and deepening political division. Kimmel has increasingly targeted Melania Trump, including comments about her Amazon documentary. ABC previously suspended Kimmel in September 2025 over remarks about Charlie Kirk's death.

Key Points: Melania Trump Urges ABC to Fire Jimmy Kimmel

  • Melania Trump accuses Jimmy Kimmel of hateful rhetoric
  • She demands ABC take a stand against the host
  • Kimmel's jokes targeted her family and documentary
  • ABC previously pulled Kimmel off air in 2025
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Melania Trump urges ABC "to take a stand" against Jimmy Kimmel, says his "monologue about my family isn't comedy"

Melania Trump calls on ABC to "take a stand" against Jimmy Kimmel, accusing him of "hateful and violent rhetoric" targeting her family.

"Kimmel's hateful and violent rhetoric is intended to divide our country. - Melania Trump"

Washington DC, April 27

First Lady of the US, Melania Trump, has urged broadcaster ABC to "take a stand" against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, accusing him of using "hateful and violent rhetoric" that she said is "intended to divide our country," according to Variety.

In a post on X, Melania Trump strongly criticised Kimmel and questioned ABC's continued support for the comedian.

"Kimmel's hateful and violent rhetoric is intended to divide our country. His monologue about my family isn't comedy -- his words are corrosive and deepen the political sickness within America," she wrote.

She added, "People like Kimmel shouldn't have the opportunity to enter our homes each evening to spread hate. A coward, Kimmel hides behind ABC because he knows the network will keep running cover to protect him. Enough is enough. It is time for ABC to take a stand. How many times will ABC's leadership enable Kimmel's atrocious behavior at the expense of our community?"

While Kimmel frequently criticises US President Donald Trump on his late-night show, he has, in recent months, also increasingly directed his remarks towards Melania Trump.

The release of the Amazon documentary 'Melania' in January stoked Kimmel's fury. He bashed it as a "USD75 million bribe" that "Amazon made for her" and later called it "a documentary that's dreadfully dull. The whole thing is Melania going to fittings, riding in a car, trying on clothes and interviewing people to work for her," according to Variety.

Kimmel's monologue, which he made on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', days before the alleged gunman attempted to enter the event where President Donald Trump, Melania Trump and other top officials were evacuated, included a joke that the first lady had "a glow like an expectant widow," according to CNN.

The 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner was forced to wrap early after gunshots were heard from outside the event. Donald and Melania Trump and administration officials were quickly evacuated from the event as the shooter was tackled by law enforcement on a different floor of the venue. Trump held a press conference in the immediate aftermath of the shooting and vowed to reschedule the WHCD within 30 days, according to Variety.

ABC previously pulled Kimmel off the air in September 2025 because of comments he made about Charlie Kirk's shooting death, according to Variety.

- ANI

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Ananya R
I understand Melania's frustration but this is America, not India. Free speech is their thing, even for tasteless jokes. That said, calling her 'glow of an expectant widow' after an actual shooting attempt? That's not comedy, that's cruelty. Kimmel crossed a line, and ABC should at least apologize. We have enough political drama without this nonsense.
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Ravi K
Here in India, we've seen politicians get roasted on comedy shows without personal attacks. Kimmel made a violent joke about a family after a real security incident? That's not satire, that's just bad taste. Melania is right to call it out. ABC should've learned from the Charlie Kirk incident. Enough is enough indeed! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
I'm surprised Melania is speaking out. She usually stays quiet. But maybe that's the point — when you target someone's family after a shooting, it goes beyond politics. Indian audiences wouldn't tolerate this either. We love comedy but not at the expense of human decency. ABC needs a reality check. 🤷‍♀️
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Michael C
As an American living in India for work, I can see both sides. Kimmel's a comedian, his job is to push boundaries. But making a "widow" joke right after an assassination attempt? That's not edgy, it's irresponsible. Melania's right to be upset. ABC should have pulled the episode. Even I wouldn't joke like that back home.
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Aditya G
Kimmel's been a Trump critic for years, and that's fine

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