In a recent episode of the talk show “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” host Jimmy Kimmel took digs at Team Trump’s mishaps, Donald Trump‘s money-making schemes, and the GOP’s complaints about job cuts. Kimmel started off by highlighting the chaos in Washington, with sarcastic quips about the state of the country. He then shifted his focus to the Trump administration’s efforts to downsize the federal workforce, while ensuring the well-being of the butler who brings Trump his Diet Cokes. Amidst the confusion, Kimmel hilariously shared his own work accomplishments, including drinking tequila and doing his live show.
But the real punchlines came when Kimmel discussed Trump’s latest moneymaking venture: gold dollar bills featuring the former president’s face. Kimmel mocked the idea, suggesting that Trump’s obsession with coins, bills, and now Bibles is becoming quite the racket. He didn’t shy away from taking shots at Trump’s controversial necklaces either, which feature a double cross with Jesus on one side and Trump on the other. The irony wasn’t lost on Kimmel, who quipped that Trump believes he’s been crucified even more than Jesus himself.
Moving on to politics, Kimmel highlighted Trump’s upcoming meeting with the president of Ukraine, raising suspicions about potential deals involving valuable minerals and the world’s lithium reserves. This, of course, comes with a sense of déjà vu after Trump’s impeachment for trying to extort Ukraine. Kimmel humorously suggested that if only Trump knew someone who could make use of those minerals, someone like Elon Musk perhaps, who coincidentally owns a company called Starlink.
Bringing up the highly anticipated release of the Jeffrey Epstein list, Kimmel pointed out the Trump administration’s failure to deliver new information, instead sharing old information with a small group of right-wing influencers. Kimmel didn’t miss the opportunity to remind his audience of the infamous friendship between Trump and Epstein, citing a 2002 quote from Trump praising the convicted sex offender.
The segment took a lighthearted turn as Kimmel shifted gears to discuss the upcoming Oscars, which coincidentally take place at the Dolby Theater across the street. Kimmel sent a reporter to ask people on Hollywood Boulevard about the nominated movies, only to discover that many couldn’t even name a single film. He also jokingly interviewed Oscar host Conan O’Brien, playfully teasing their height difference.
The segment wrapped up with humorous skits featuring Hollywood’s top talents preparing for their next roles, such as Elton John in “Mad Max 4” and Adam Driver in the story of Ramon Nicholas Cage as Tom Petty. Kimmel also conducted tongue-in-cheek interviews with pedestrians and a real-life witch, adding a touch of comedy to the mix.
All in all, this episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” provided plenty of entertainment, with Kimmel’s witty commentary and satirical take on the latest political news and Hollywood happenings.
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