URGENT UPDATE: Jimmy Kimmel has taken aim at Donald Trump, accusing the president of having his “ego bruised” following a recent awards snub. In a fiery monologue on his show Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Kimmel highlighted Trump’s apparent fury over missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize, suggesting that the president is still grappling with the fallout.
Kimmel’s comments come as tensions rise surrounding Venezuela’s political landscape, where opposition leader María Corina Machado has asserted her claim to power against President Nicolás Maduro. Sources close to the White House revealed to The Washington Post that Trump’s reluctance to support Machado stems from her acceptance of the Nobel Prize, which he coveted.
According to insiders, Trump’s refusal to back Machado came after she reportedly did not extend an offer for the Nobel Prize to him. One source claimed, “If she had turned it down and said, ‘I can’t accept it because it’s Donald Trump’s,’ she’d be the president of Venezuela today.” This statement underscores the bizarre intersection of international politics and personal ego.
Kimmel did not hold back, stating, “She [Machado] won the Nobel Peace Prize, but Trump said, ‘she’s a nice lady, but she doesn’t have the respect to run the country.'” The late-night host emphasized the irony of Trump’s situation, saying, “How did she react to that? Why, she went straight to [Sean] Hannity to offer it up.” Kimmel’s quip highlighted Trump’s perceived inability to “share” the honor of the Nobel Prize, adding, “You can’t just give someone your Nobel Prize; as far as I know, they’re non-transferable.”
Kimmel’s mockery reached a peak as he stated, “Can we please stop with this idea that Trump lost the Nobel Prize? This is like I lost the cover of Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit edition. Not only is Trump’s ego bruised, his tiny little hands are bruised.” His remarks included a jab at Trump’s recent hand injuries, which the president attributed to his aspirin intake. Kimmel quipped, “At this point, his blood is even thinner than his skin.”
This ongoing saga highlights the peculiar blend of personal grievances and international diplomacy. As the political scene in Venezuela continues to evolve, the implications of Trump’s actions and Kimmel’s commentary resonate with audiences, drawing attention to the human aspects of political power struggles.
As developments unfold, all eyes will be on whether Trump adjusts his stance towards Machado and the evolving situation in Venezuela. For now, Kimmel’s sharp humor serves as a compelling lens through which to view these urgent matters.
