Joe Rogan Defends Jimmy Kimmel After Backlash Over Late‑Night Trump Joke
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 10:15 UTC
- Sources: The Hill
Podcast host Joe Rogan criticized the "ridiculous" response to Jimmy Kimmel's joke about former President Donald Trump, which aired days before a gunman attempted to attack the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Rogan argued the backlash was disproportionate and highlighted concerns about free‑speech limits in comedy. The incident underscores ongoing cultural debates surrounding political humor.