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Kimmel Critiques Trump’s Tariff Threats and Economic Policies
In a recent monologue, Jimmy Kimmel expressed his discontent with former President Donald Trump’s unexpected threat to impose tariffs on European wine, commenting on the negative impacts on consumers. Kimmel quipped that Trump, who has been convicted of crimes and is implicated in inciting the January 6 attack, is effectively “making it very expensive to get drunk,” a reaction to the current state of affairs where many might feel the need for relief.
He noted that during his campaign, Trump often promised to reduce prices immediately upon taking office, but many Americans have yet to see any of those benefits materialize. A recent CNN poll indicates that 56% of the American populace disapproves of Trump’s economic management, even before factoring in the latest shift in the White House’s focus to more contentious areas.
Touching on Trump’s tumultuous foreign policy, Kimmel humorously highlighted the stark realities facing many Americans today, suggesting that some are resorting to “OnlyFans to buy eggs.” He criticized Trump’s approach to international relations, stating that the former president has been alienating allies, playfully mentioning that Trump is treating countries alphabetically, having recently targeted Ireland in his rhetoric.
Kimmel rallied against Trump’s aggressive stance, stating, “Screw you Australia, Britain, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, skipped the H, went right to Ireland. And you’re next, Japan. Oh, he did Japan already. Well, then look out Korea! You’re the one that’s next.” This commentary underscores a growing frustration with the implications of Trump’s foreign trade decisions.
The comedian also addressed the specifics of the proposed 200% tariffs on alcohol imports from Europe, encompassing wine, spirits, and beer. He stressed that such measures are particularly unfair to consumers and exacerbate the need for escapism during challenging times, adding that Trump is ironically the reason people might need to seek relief in drinks.
As he continued, Kimmel pointed out the detrimental effect of Trump’s actions on the stock market, noting a significant drop, with the Dow plunging by 537 points in just one day, and nearly 1,700 points throughout the week. “But don’t worry,” Kimmel joked, “Trump and his Secretary of Treasury claim the White House is focused on ‘the real economy’ and aren’t concerned about ‘a little’ market volatility.”
He reflected on the contradiction of Trump’s claims, stating that the former president used to boast incessantly about the stock market’s performance, often more than his own golfing achievements. To wrap up, Kimmel displayed a compilation of Trump’s past tweets emphasizing stock market gains, contrasting them with the current economic reality.
For those interested, the full monologue is available to watch online.
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