After making inappropriate comments about the death of Charlie Kirk, TV show host Jimmy Kimmel has been indefinitely suspended from ABC News. In particular, Kimmel accused President Donald Trump of using Kirk’s death to push his MAGA movement and capitalize on the loss. Kimmel later argued that President Trump is not mourning Charlie Kirk like a lost friend, but rather mourning him as if he were a “little kid mourning a lost goldfish.” He also accused the president of fanning the flames of the incident.

Effect on Social Media

The statements sent social media into an uproar. Those who agree with Kimmel believe the suspension was unfair and unjust, while those who disagree feel his suspension was warranted and his comments were out of line.

President Trump’s Response

In response to the suspension, President Trump described it as “great news for America.” He also claimed that Kimmel’s late-night show was “ratings-challenged” and is now officially canceled. Trump continued his response by saying: “Congratulations to ABC for finally having the courage to do what had to be done.” He further threw shade at other late-night talk show hosts, such as Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers, calling them “two total losers.”