Donald Trump has intensified his public feud with Jimmy Kimmel, criticizing the late-night comedian during a recent TV appearance.
Speaking on Newsmax, Trump dismissed any suggestion of an apology and sharply criticized Kimmel’s role on network television.
“He’s a lowlife whether he apologized or not”
When asked whether he accepted an apology, Trump responded: “I haven’t heard him apologize, but he’s a lowlife whether he apologized or not.”
He continued, “He shouldn’t be on television,” and questioned how Kimmel remains on air while frequently targeting political figures in his monologues.
Debate over comedy and political commentary
Trump also argued that network programming should not focus heavily on political criticism, suggesting that such content goes beyond what he believes is appropriate for publicly licensed broadcasters.
Kimmel, however, has defended his remarks as part of traditional late-night satire.
Controversy began over a joke
The dispute stems from a joke Kimmel made about Melania Trump, which he later described as “a very light roast joke.”
He clarified that it was not intended to be taken seriously and rejected claims that it crossed into harmful rhetoric.
ABC and Disney respond
Trump warned that ABC could face consequences, saying the network is in “great jeopardy.”
Parent company The Walt Disney Company responded by stating that ABC operates within federal regulations and remains confident in its compliance with broadcast standards.
Legal and regulatory backdrop
Trump also referenced a past legal dispute involving ABC News and journalist George Stephanopoulos, which resulted in a financial settlement tied to inaccurate statements made during an interview.
Meanwhile, regulatory scrutiny of broadcast licenses has been discussed publicly, though no direct action tied to this specific dispute has been confirmed.
A feud that continues to grow
The exchange highlights the ongoing tension between political figures and late-night hosts, where humor, criticism, and public perception often intersect.
With both sides continuing to respond publicly, the situation remains an evolving media and political storyline.
