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April 27, 2026

Melania Trump criticizes Jimmy Kimmel over widow joke

  • Melania Trump called Jimmy Kimmel's joke about her 'hateful and violent', urging ABC to take a stand against his behavior.
  • The joke aired shortly before a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where the Trumps were evacuated but unharmed.
  • President Trump supported his wife's comments, stating Kimmel's remarks went 'beyond the pale' and calling for his firing.