President Trump made headlines once again as he delivered remarks at the Charlie Kirk memorial service, where he couldn’t resist taking a jab at Jimmy Kimmel. The event took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, and Trump was the final speaker of the nearly six-hour long event.
During his speech, Trump referenced the recent “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” suspension, which occurred following backlash over comments made by Kimmel regarding the Kirk shooting. Without mentioning Kimmel by name, Trump alluded to a “canceled late night TV show where the anchor had no talent and no ratings.”
It’s worth noting that Trump’s FCC had previously pressured Disney, ABC, and other media companies to remove Kimmel from the airwaves due to the controversy surrounding his remarks. This move further fueled tensions between the former president and the late-night talk show host.
Before Trump took the stage, Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, spoke about forgiveness and love for enemies, even expressing forgiveness towards her late husband’s killer. Trump’s speech took a different tone as he humorously admitted, “I hate my opponent and I don’t want the best for them … Sorry Erika.”
The event was filled with emotional moments and political undertones, as Trump’s presence added a touch of controversy to an already somber occasion. As the crowd reacted to his remarks, it was clear that his words had left an impact on those in attendance.
Overall, Trump’s appearance at the Charlie Kirk memorial service was yet another example of his ability to command attention and stir up controversy wherever he goes. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying that his words carry weight and leave a lasting impression on those who hear them.
