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Jelly Roll Says Handshake Isn’t Political Endorsement

8/28/2026

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Jelly Roll urged compassion across party lines during his Jimmy Kimmel Live appearance.
He will shake U.S. President Donald Trump’s hand regardless of party, calling it respect.
He noted he cannot vote until March 2026 but intends to vote in November’s midterms.
He clarified that a handshake, conversation or joke does not equal a political endorsement.
He cited his veteran father’s advice to view opponents as humans before voters.

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Jelly Roll urged compassion across party lines during his Jimmy Kimmel Live appearance.
He will shake U.S. President Donald Trump’s hand regardless of party, calling it respect.
He noted he cannot vote until March 2026 but intends to vote in November’s midterms.
He clarified that a handshake, conversation or joke does not equal a political endorsement.
He cited his veteran father’s advice to view opponents as humans before voters.