BREAKING: Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel launched a scathing attack on former President Donald Trump during his first show of 2026, condemning Trump’s recent barrage of posts on Truth Social. In a stunning revelation, Kimmel reported that Trump made an astonishing 556 posts during the holiday break, with a significant 89 posts made in just one hour on January 5.
Kimmel wasted no time addressing Trump’s late-night tirade, stating, “Over the last two weeks, since we left for break, Trump posted on Truth Social 556 times. Behold, the ramblings of a madman. That is real.” The late-night host displayed screenshots of Trump’s posts, including a threatening message from Christmas Eve, where Trump questioned if Kimmel’s show should be “terminated.”
At 12:36 AM on December 24, Trump wrote, “If Network NEWSCASTS, and their Late Night Shows, are almost 100% Negative to President Donald J. Trump, MAGA, and the Republican Party, shouldn’t their very valuable Broadcast Licenses be terminated? I say, YES!” Kimmel quipped in response, “This is the vision of sugar plums that are dancing in his head as he goes to sleep.”
Amidst the holiday chaos, Trump’s posts included jabs at immigration policies, critiques of the U.S. government, and a derisive comment about taxes, stating, “Tell me again, why do we pay tax money to a broken, lying, thieving government?” Kimmel highlighted the absurdity of Trump’s Christmas messages, which included ominous warnings about Christmas being “your last Merry Christmas!”
Kimmel’s audience reacted with a mix of laughter and disbelief, as he dissected Trump’s peculiar holiday spirit. “Leave it to Trump to wish Merry Christmas to himself,” Kimmel remarked. He also expressed relief that Trump did not share his darker sentiments with the children he spoke to on Christmas Eve.
As Trump’s social media activity continues to surge, Kimmel’s commentary raises concerns about the implications of the former president’s unchecked online presence. The escalating tension between Trump and the media reflects a deeper divide in American society, making this a critical moment for both political discourse and public engagement.
WHAT’S NEXT: With Trump’s posts increasingly drawing attention, political analysts and media experts are closely monitoring how these statements will influence the upcoming election cycle. As Kimmel continues to spotlight Trump’s online behavior, viewers can expect more critical commentary in the days to come.
Stay tuned as developments unfold in this ongoing saga between Kimmel and Trump, highlighting the intersection of entertainment and politics in today’s volatile landscape.
