The feud between Donald Trump and Jimmy Kimmel continues to intensify, with both men regularly exchanging public attacks. What began as occasional jokes has evolved into a long-running back-and-forth that shows little sign of calming down.
Kimmel sparked controversy in September after making remarks about the late Charlie Kirk and criticizing Trump’s response to the news of his death. He accused the MAGA movement of politicizing the tragedy and mocked Trump for talking about White House renovations instead of offering condolences.
The comments triggered backlash, and Kimmel’s show was briefly suspended. Trump praised the suspension, calling it justified. However, public criticism of the decision grew quickly, leading to the show’s reinstatement shortly afterward.
Despite the incident, Kimmel has continued to joke about Trump on air. He has mocked Trump for not receiving a Nobel Peace Prize he believed he deserved, using it as material for several monologues aimed at highlighting Trump’s grievances.
Recently, Kimmel also commented on Trump calling a female reporter “piggy,” pointing out how inappropriate such a remark would be in a professional environment. He added that Trump “loses his mind” whenever Jeffrey Epstein’s name is mentioned, suggesting the insult was a way to deflect pressure.
Trump responded on Truth Social with an angry rebuttal, attacking Kimmel’s talent, ratings, and career. He demanded the network take Kimmel off the air and accused him of spreading misinformation.
Kimmel did not respond directly to the demand but continued referencing Trump in later shows, implying he had no intention of backing down. His writers also leaned into the controversy, weaving it into recurring jokes.
While Trump has not further addressed the “piggy” remark, the White House defended him by criticizing the reporter’s behavior and suggesting she should be able to handle scrutiny. Their statement indicated the issue was unlikely to escalate into any formal action.
For now, the ongoing feud remains firmly in the public arena, fueled by media attention, political tensions, and two personalities who seem unwilling to let the last word go unanswered.