On the latest episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, the host wasted no time in diving into the hot topics making headlines. From the upcoming Trump vs. Biden debate to an eyebrow-raising law in Louisiana, there was no shortage of entertaining and controversial subjects to discuss.
With the first presidential debate just around the corner, President Biden and former President Trump are both preparing for what promises to be a highly anticipated showdown. Biden is secluded at Camp David, channeling his inner Rocky Balboa as he preps for the debate, while Trump is strategizing on how to attack his opponent without interrupting too much this time. As always, Trump’s ability to stick to his game plan is unmatched.
Speaking of the debate, it seems that only two candidates will take the stage this year, as Robert Kennedy Jr. did not make the cut once again. The coin toss gave Biden the podium position of his choice, opting to be on the right, which some speculate may point to Trump’s political leanings. Meanwhile, Trump is expected to announce his running mate before the convention next month, with eight finalists being considered. Among them is Senator JD Vance of Ohio, who has experienced a complete turnaround in his opinion of Trump from previously considering him a “terrible candidate” to now praising his presidency.
In Louisiana, Governor Landry signed a controversial law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom. Critics argue that this move goes against the American idea of separation of church and state. While supporters believe it is a reminder to students to follow moral guidelines, Jimmy Kimmel couldn’t help but poke fun at the absurdity of reminding third graders not to commit adultery.
Shifting gears to more lighthearted news, volleyball star George Santos, after disappointing fans on Cameo, has found a new money-making scheme. Santos has launched an OnlyFans page, promising behind-the-scenes access to everything he’s working on. However, Santos clarified that there will be no sexual content on his page, but judging by Kimmel’s remarks, it seems the volleyball star may find limited success with this new venture.
As the episode progressed, Kimmel didn’t miss the opportunity to highlight a couple of lawyers in trouble. An Ohio attorney, Jack Blakesley, had his license reinstated after throwing a feces-filled Pringles can out of his car at least ten times, which certainly raises eyebrows. Meanwhile, Rudy Giuliani, already drowning in debt due to his defense of Trump, has ventured into the coffee business with his own brand, Broody Coffee. Kimmel had a field day, joking about Giuliani’s new coffee accessories, including a foam machine that reminded him of Giuliani’s infamous hair dye mishap.
Before bidding farewell for the summer, Kimmel enjoyed a hilarious exchange with his announcer, Guillermo, who surprised him with a sign saying “Goodbye Loser” while enjoying a drink. The show ended with the classic “This Week in Unnecessary Censorship,” bleeping and blurring unexpected moments from the week’s TV.
Overall, this episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live proved to be an entertaining mix of the political, the controversial, and the downright funny. As the summer hiatus begins, Kimmel assured his audience that, although he’ll be taking a break, he has a team of guest hosts lined up to fill his shoes and protect the integrity of the show and Matt Damon‘s dressing room.
Best summer ever, indeed!
