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McClain Slams Kimmel for Twisting Immigration Remarks

2/13/2026

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GOP Rep. Lisa McClain criticized Jimmy Kimmel on social media for misrepresenting her comments about illegal immigrants during a news conference.
McClain said that illegal immigrants who commit violent crimes should be deported immediately.
She accused Kimmel of twisting her words and urged him to disagree plainly instead of using humor.
Kimmel's commentary highlighted the perceived ignorance of politicians discussing crime while ignoring issues within their own party.

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GOP Rep. Lisa McClain criticized Jimmy Kimmel on social media for misrepresenting her comments about illegal immigrants during a news conference.
McClain said that illegal immigrants who commit violent crimes should be deported immediately.
She accused Kimmel of twisting her words and urged him to disagree plainly instead of using humor.
Kimmel's commentary highlighted the perceived ignorance of politicians discussing crime while ignoring issues within their own party.