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Kimmel Takes Aim at Fox News and Trump’s Tariff Policies
During the recent episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, host Jimmy Kimmel sharply criticized Fox News for its reporting on President Donald Trump’s tariff measures, which have significantly impacted the U.S. economy and stock markets in recent days.
In his opening monologue, Kimmel expressed his disbelief at the seriousness of the situation, sharing a humorous anecdote about his financial advisor asking for a loan due to plummeting stock prices. “The Dow, the NASDAQ, the S&P have all taken a hit again today. It seems that Trump has managed to turn the stock market into something reminiscent of Kanye West,” he quipped. Kimmel further referenced China’s reaction to the tariffs, turning a political jab into a comedic remark, implying that Trump’s decisions are miscalculations akin to personal anecdotes.
Kimmel highlighted an amusing aspect of the tumultuous economic climate, pointing out the attempts of the Fox News team, particularly the hosts of “Fox and Friends,” to present the tariffs in a positive light. “The fun part is watching his groupies — the bootlickers on ‘Fox and Friends’ try to spin these tariffs as beneficial,” he stated, later sharing a clip where the hosts claimed Trump has made his economic demands inescapable for the world.
Responding to the segment, Kimmel retorted, “While that may be true, is it really a positive thing? A homeless person waving a full diaper overhead is hard to ignore too, but that doesn’t indicate a positive situation.” He criticized Fox for their reluctance to address the negative consequences of Trump’s policies, suggesting their fear of backlash could lead to a rise in alternative conservative media like Newsmax.
Kimmel’s ire wasn’t reserved just for media outlets; he directly targeted Trump regarding his handling of the tariffs and his recent claims about feeling great as he prepares for a physical examination. He commented, “It’s amusing because the rest of us feel worse than ever. After everything he has put us through, it will be a relief to see someone finally examining him.”
In a playful prediction about Trump’s forthcoming health assessment, Kimmel anticipated a glowing report from the doctor, joking about the absurdity of Trump potentially being deemed the healthiest president amid such economic turmoil. “Let me guess: his physical strength and stamina are extraordinary, his blood pressure is astonishing, and he is, without a doubt, the healthiest president to have single-handedly caused the world economy to falter overnight,” he remarked.
For those interested in the full context of Kimmel’s monologue, the complete segment from Tuesday’s show is available for viewing.
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