LIVE: President Trump Celebrates Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension Over Charlie Kirk’s Comments

The political and entertainment worlds collided again today as former President Donald Trump publicly celebrated Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, calling it “long overdue justice” after the late-night host’s controversial remarks about conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk.

Speaking at a rally-style event, Trump couldn’t resist taking a victory lap over the news. With his trademark flair, he told the crowd:

“Kimmel thought he could get away with mocking patriots like Charlie Kirk. Not anymore. They finally pulled the plug on him — and believe me, folks, it’s about time.”

Trump vs. Kimmel: A Long-Running Feud

Trump and Kimmel have clashed for years, with Kimmel often using his late-night platform to lampoon the former president. But Trump’s celebration of the suspension marks a new peak in the feud, framing the decision as a win for conservatives who have long accused Hollywood of “liberal bias and hypocrisy.”

The Charlie Kirk Factor

At the heart of this latest controversy are Kimmel’s remarks about Charlie Kirk, a rising conservative voice whose influence has been growing rapidly. Kimmel’s sharp words against Kirk sparked outrage among right-wing circles, ultimately leading to his suspension — a move critics say reeks of political interference in entertainment.

Trump, however, painted it as accountability:
“They can’t just keep attacking good Americans like Charlie Kirk without consequences. The days of Hollywood elites laughing at hardworking patriots are ending.”

A Divisive Moment

While Trump supporters cheered, others see Kimmel’s suspension as an alarming escalation in the culture war — where comedians, entertainers, and journalists risk punishment for political satire. Free speech advocates warn that if a late-night comedian can be silenced for mocking a political figure, the implications for American democracy are chilling.

What Comes Next

The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel has quickly transformed from a media story into a national flashpoint, with Trump leading the charge in framing it as a conservative victory. Democrats, meanwhile, are vowing to push back, accusing the FCC and political leaders of trampling free expression.

For now, the stage is set for an even fiercer showdown between Hollywood, Washington, and the court of public opinion. And if Trump’s comments today are any indication, the battle over Jimmy Kimmel has only just begun.