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Trixie Mattel Roasts Eric Trump's Memoir on Kimmel

10/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Trixie Mattel revived Drag Queen Storytime on Jimmy Kimmel Live, targeting Eric Trump's memoir Under Siege: My Family’s Fight to Save Our Nation.
She interacted with children, asked if she scared them, and the crowd laughed as she joked that Eric isn’t potty trained.
The segment ended with a 'science experiment' where the memoir went into a wood chipper, humorously called confetti, amid debates over drag performances for children.

History

Historical Context

Drag Queen Story Hour (DQSH) began in 2015 in San Francisco, initiated by Michelle Tea to promote inclusivity in children's literature. By 2019, DQSH had expanded to over 35 chapters across the U.S. and internationally. Recent performances, like Trixie Mattel's on Jimmy Kimmel Live, highlight ongoing debates about drag's role in children's programming, reflecting broader societal discussions on LGBTQ+ representation and acceptance.

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Story summary

Trixie Mattel revived Drag Queen Storytime on Jimmy Kimmel Live, targeting Eric Trump's memoir Under Siege: My Family’s Fight to Save Our Nation.
She interacted with children, asked if she scared them, and the crowd laughed as she joked that Eric isn’t potty trained.
The segment ended with a 'science experiment' where the memoir went into a wood chipper, humorously called confetti, amid debates over drag performances for children.

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