Trump Reacts After Jimmy Kimmel Targets Marjorie Taylor Greene in Viral Late-Night Segment

A recent late-night television segment featuring Jimmy Kimmel has gone viral after the host sharply criticized Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, renewing a long-running public feud between the comedian and the Georgia lawmaker. The segment quickly circulated across social media platforms and drew reactions from political commentators and Trump supporters alike.
The exchange highlights the increasingly blurred line between political commentary and entertainment, as late-night comedy continues to shape online political conversation.
What Happened on Jimmy Kimmel’s Show
During his monologue, Kimmel revisited past controversies surrounding Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and mocked several of her public statements and conspiracy-linked remarks that have drawn criticism over the years. He also referenced prior clashes between the two, including moments when Greene publicly objected to jokes made about her on the show.
Kimmel framed the segment as satire and media criticism, using humor and exaggeration — a standard late-night format — rather than formal political analysis.
Clips from the monologue spread rapidly, with supporters praising the takedown and critics calling it partisan entertainment.

Trump and MAGA Allies Push Back
Following the viral spread of the segment, pro-Trump commentators and influencers criticized Kimmel and other late-night hosts, arguing that network comedy shows disproportionately target conservative figures.
Trump himself has frequently criticized late-night television personalities, calling them biased and politically motivated. His past remarks about Kimmel and other hosts resurfaced online as the clip gained traction.
Supporters framed the segment as another example of what they see as entertainment media hostility toward Trump-aligned politicians.
A Long-Running Feud Between Kimmel and Greene
The Kimmel–Greene feud dates back several years and has included:
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Monologue jokes about Greene’s controversial statements
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Greene filing complaints over remarks she viewed as threatening
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Public social media exchanges
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On-air responses from Kimmel defending satire as protected speech
Each new segment tends to revive earlier moments, keeping the rivalry active in digital media cycles.

Satire vs. Political Accountability
Late-night comedy has increasingly become a vehicle for political critique. Supporters say satire helps hold powerful figures accountable and makes politics more accessible. Critics argue it fuels polarization and replaces balanced discussion with ridicule.
Media analysts note that viral comedy segments now function as a parallel commentary ecosystem — influencing perception even when viewers don’t watch full news coverage.
Why These Clips Spread So Fast
Segments like this often trend quickly because they combine:
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Recognizable political figures
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Conflict and confrontation
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Short, shareable video clips
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Clear emotional reactions
In today’s algorithm-driven media environment, sharp satire frequently travels farther than formal policy debate.