Megyn Kelly criticizes Trump for ‘very inappropriate’ Kimmel remarks
Megyn Kelly has criticized President Donald Trump for his persistent calls for ABC to dismiss late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Kelly, known for hosting a show on Sirius XM and YouTube, discussed the ongoing controversy during a conversation with comedian and former Kimmel co-host Adam Carolla on The Megyn Kelly Show.
The discussion briefly touched on Kimmel after Carolla brought up his former colleague’s name. This development follows Kelly’s recent criticism of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on her show. The controversy surrounding Kimmel arose from a joke he made just days before the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where a gunman opened fire near the event.
During a parody roast, Kimmel joked about Melania Trump, saying, “Mrs. Trump, you have a glow like an expectant widow.” Trump responded by calling for Kimmel to be fired multiple times. In his most recent post, Trump wrote, “When is ABC Fake News Network firing seriously unfunny Jimmy Kimmel, who incompetently presides over one of the Lowest-rated shows on Television? People are angry. It better be soon!!!”
Kelly challenged Trump’s stance, deeming it “very inappropriate” for the President to demand the termination of an employee at a private company, especially over matters concerning free speech. Despite her disagreement with Trump, Kelly did not defend Kimmel’s original joke, stating that she found it personally out of line. Carolla, on the other hand, expressed more sympathy towards his former co-worker.
Kelly insisted that she believes ABC’s content standards are inconsistent, highlighting that the network has engaged in “cancel culture” on numerous occasions. According to Kelly, ABC has a history of holding individuals accountable for their actions, but the application of these standards seems to vary based on political affiliations. She argued that ABC should adhere to their own set standards consistently, even when the offended party is a Republican.
The discussion on The Megyn Kelly Show revealed differing opinions on the Kimmel controversy, with both Kelly and Carolla acknowledging the need for boundaries in free speech and the importance of maintaining a consistent approach to content standards. Kelly’s critique of ABC’s handling of cancel culture highlighted the need for objectivity and fairness in enforcing consequences for inappropriate behavior, regardless of political beliefs.
As the conversation continued, it became evident that disagreements over the appropriate response to Kimmel’s joke underscore broader concerns about free speech, cancel culture, and the role of media companies in upholding consistent standards of conduct. By addressing the controversy surrounding Kimmel, Kelly shed light on the complexities of navigating issues related to political correctness, humor, and accountability in today’s media landscape.