Trump Calls for ABC to Fire Jimmy Kimmel Over Rhetoric Amid Renewed Backlash

President Donald Trump is calling for Disney-owned ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over comments referring to First Lady Melania Trump as an 'expectant widow.' The controversy comes amid renewed tensions under new Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro, following previous suspensions of Kimmel's show due to similar controversies.

By Lillian Rizzo · CNBC · April 28, 2026, 15:14 UTC

Trump Calls for ABC to Fire Jimmy Kimmel Over Rhetoric Amid Renewed Backlash

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