In an unexpected twist, new allegations emerged about President Donald Trump. Apparently, he felt deeply hurt by some of the jokes made by Jimmy Kimmel in 2018. In fact, rumors allege that he was so upset that, as President, he asked the staff of the White House to see if Disney would censor Kimmel and his comments
Trump’s Main Focus
Despite the global pressures of 2018, President Donald Trump appeared to divert his gaze from the international scene. His anger was reserved for late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Kimmel’s jokes, typically viewed as standard for the entertainment world, seemed to have struck a nerve in the Oval Office.
White House Makes Calls
To make the situation even more unusual, based on statements from two former Trump administration officials, President Trump directed his immediate staff to voice his discontent to Disney executives in Washington, D.C. It appears that Kimmel’s jokes were so unsettling to Trump that he felt a need for corporate intervention. He apparently asked for Disney to censor Kimmel.
ABC and Disney Connection
For context, the world of late-night comedy and corporate America are deeply connected. The show causing the uproar, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has a long-standing history with ABC. This television network is a subsidiary of the vast Disney Corporation, which is why Trump allegedly asked them to censor him.
The Severity of Trump’s Fury
According to insiders, Trump was not just mildly annoyed. During those calls to Disney, the President’s office emphasized the depth of his discontent with Kimmel. The underlying sentiment was that President Trump wanted Disney, with its influence over ABC, to somehow stop the host’s antics.
Trump’s Grievances
Digging deeper into his complaints, Trump expressed that Kimmel wasn’t just making harmless jokes. Insiders claim that Trump felt Kimmel was acting “very dishonest and doing things that [Trump] would have once sued over.” They suggested that the President was deeply offended and considering legal avenues.
Other Officials Left Confused
To add to the complexity, officials without direct involvement with Trump’s complaint were unexpectedly drawn into the drama. They began receiving feedback from their Disney counterparts, who felt confused. Apparently, they could not understand why the President would want a comedian to censor his humor.
Acting on Trump’s Orders
However, insiders claim that Trump’s team didn’t think speaking to Disney would necessarily transform Kimmel’s approach. Instead, it appears the steps were more about making Trump feel better. As one official pointed out, it was primarily to signal to Trump that they did what he said, even if any follow-up actions were unlikely.
Public Reactions Emerge
Naturally, the incident involving Trump’s unhappiness with Kimmel didn’t go unnoticed. From social media platforms to coffee shop discussions, many voiced their opinions. There was a clear divide, with some supporting the President’s stance and criticizing Kimmel’s jokes. However, some openly disagreed.
Questioning Presidential Priorities
One concerned citizen weighed in and emphasized the duties of the President. “I feel like if I was President, the last thing on my mind would be what late-night talk show hosts are saying about me. Isn’t it just par for the course that they poke fun at every gaffe the President makes, dem or rep?”
Trump and His Flair for Drama
Another user highlighted Trump’s love for drama and how he likes criticizing others but cannot handle criticism himself. They said, “Trump is so many people, and one of them is a, insecure 14-year-old girl who loves drama and loves to talk bad about other girls but goes full meltdown if anyone returns fire.”
The Free Speech Debate
With Trump’s actions stirring conversations about constitutional rights, one individual raised concerns about the broader implications. They pointed out, “It’s only a violation of free speech when Twitter tells someone they can’t be a nazi on the website. It’s totally fine when it’s the government trying to silence a tv show.”
Redirecting Focus to More Pressing Matters
The consensus among a significant portion of the public was that the President should prioritize more significant issues. One person commented, ‘Trump should care about more important things.” Other users agreed, arguing that Trump should concentrate on more pressing matters than a comedian’s jokes.
Tracing Back to the Start of Trump’s Political Journey
Some couldn’t help but remember events that possibly led to Trump’s presidential bid. One user said, “Given how it was Obama’s roast about him at the presidents’ dinner that prompted Trump to run for office as a Republican and what got him elected in the first place, I am not surprised by this.”
The Counter-Arguments
Despite the criticism, Trump wasn’t without his supporters. In fact, one user praised Trump for trying to censor Kimmel by saying, “This guy owns so much free space in so many people’s heads it’s ridiculous. Instead of spending that energy hating him, they should spend it making sure it doesn’t happen again.”
Just Like the Others
Similarly, some users compared Trump’s actions to those of other presidents. One user said the situation was “Kind of like how Biden pressured Spotify to censor Joe Rogan. Two sides of the same coin.” This referenced Biden’s attempts to make conservative Joe Rogan’s podcast less widely available. Another user simply said, “Who cares? Who watches Jimmy Kimmel?”
Social Media Buzz and Late-Night Jokes
Other commenters used a mix of humor and support in response to the incident. One person said, “If I got a call every time someone didn’t like my joke, my phone would never stop ringing! #LetComediansBe.” Some users agreed, arguing that it was the purpose of the entertainment world to critique the government.
Social Media Chatter Intensifies
Some users took to the internet to share their disbelief about the situation. One person commented, “Honestly, this sounds like a storyline straight out of a sitcom. Can’t believe this is real life!” Others agreed and expressed that they felt this incident was bizarre, highlighting how extraordinary they found this debate.
Questioning Media Priorities
However, other users felt that the media might be blowing things out of proportion. One comment read, “There’s so much going on in the world right now – are we seriously discussing late-night comedy from 5 years ago? Feels like a distraction.” They implied that there might be more pressing matters to discuss.
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