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Jimmy Kimmel Declares Victory Over Trump in Popularity Poll

10/9/2025

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Kimmel vs. Trump

Jimmy Kimmel claims he is "more popular" than President Donald Trump, citing a YouGov poll showing a 16-point lead.
The poll shows Kimmel +3 favorability and Trump -13.
The White House responded by stressing Trump's electoral support and mocking Kimmel's ratings drop.
Kimmel joked about Trump's low approval. His show surged after returning from a brief suspension.

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Kimmel Critiques Trump

Jimmy Kimmel criticized President Trump for deploying National Guard troops to Chicago and Portland, calling it a fabricated crisis.
He noted camouflage troops would stand out in Chicago, highlighting local opposition.
He addressed the shutdown, saying essential workers go unpaid while Congress is paid.
He mocked Trump's furlough remarks and referenced Greene's opposition to a budget bill raising healthcare costs.

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Kimmel vs. Trump

Jimmy Kimmel claims he is "more popular" than President Donald Trump, citing a YouGov poll showing a 16-point lead.
The poll shows Kimmel +3 favorability and Trump -13.
The White House responded by stressing Trump's electoral support and mocking Kimmel's ratings drop.
Kimmel joked about Trump's low approval. His show surged after returning from a brief suspension.

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