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Kimmel Slams Trump’s Heartless Response to Tragedy

1/31/2025

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Jimmy Kimmel fiercely condemned President Trump’s reaction to the tragic mid-air collision in Washington, D.C., that claimed 67 lives. Instead of expressing sympathy, Trump pointed fingers at diversity initiatives, prompting Kimmel and fellow late-night hosts to call out his glaring lack of empathy and common sense during the press conference.

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Jimmy Kimmel fiercely condemned President Trump’s reaction to the tragic mid-air collision in Washington, D.C., that claimed 67 lives. Instead of expressing sympathy, Trump pointed fingers at diversity initiatives, prompting Kimmel and fellow late-night hosts to call out his glaring lack of empathy and common sense during the press conference.