Melania Trump Slams Jimmy Kimmel Over Joke; Kimmel Says It Was ‘Misconstrued’

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Washington DC: Melania Trump has criticised late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over a joke he made about her, calling it “hateful and violent” and urging broadcaster ABC to take action.

The controversy began after Kimmel joked that she had “a glow like an expectant widow” during a recent monologue. The remark drew stronger backlash after a shooting incident at a Washington event attended by President Donald Trump, which heightened tensions around the comment.

Kimmel later responded, saying the joke was misunderstood and was not meant to suggest violence. He explained it was a light remark about the age difference between the president and the first lady, and not a “call to assassination.”

Both Melania and Donald Trump have called for action against Kimmel, with the president even suggesting he should be fired. However, the comedian defended himself and said jokes should not be blamed for real-world violence.

The issue has sparked a wider debate about the limits of comedy, media responsibility, and free speech. While some people support action against Kimmel, others warn that punishing such jokes could harm freedom of expression.