Kimmel Faces Backlash After Trump Joke Before WHCA Shooting

At some point, you’ve got to stand up and say, this is America

“At some point, you’ve got to stand up and say, this is America

The controversy follows a prior incident involving Kimmel that drew national attention. Last fall, he faced backlash after comments tied to the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

At the time, Kimmel suggested the suspect was part of the “MAGA gang,” drawing sharp criticism. The remarks prompted a response from Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr, who raised concerns about the network.

Disney temporarily took Kimmel off the air following that controversy

Disney temporarily took Kimmel off the air following that controversy. The move sparked protests outside the company’s offices in Burbank, California, and led to subscription cancellations across Disney’s streaming platforms.

At the time, Kimmel suggested the suspect was part of the “MAGA gang,” drawing sharp criticism

Kimmel returned to air less than a week later and addressed the backlash on his program. The company had previously extended his contract through May 2027.

The latest controversy now unfolds under new leadership at Disney

The latest controversy now unfolds under new leadership at Disney. CEO Josh D’Amaro took over in March following the departure of Bob Iger.

Meanwhile, authorities continue to investigate the attempted attack at the WHCA Dinner. Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, has been charged in connection with the incident.

The latest controversy now unfolds under new leadership at Disney