Melania Trump slams ‘coward’ Jimmy Kimmel over ‘hateful’ joke and calls out ABC leaders

Melania Trump condemned late-night host Jimmy Kimmel after a joke he made drew criticism from the former first lady and political figures.

Kimmel made the remark during an episode of his ABC program that aired days before the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The joke, which referenced Melania using language about widowhood, sparked immediate backlash across political circles.

What Happened

The late-night host’s comment came during a segment on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” The remark was framed as satire about age differences, according to Kimmel’s subsequent on-air defense.