US late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has likened the "No Kings" anti-Trump protests to the American Revolution, drawing a parallel between the two events. Kimmel made this comparison during his monologue on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", stating that the cause of the protests reflects what those who fought for American independence believed in.
The "No Kings" rallies are planned across all 50 states on October 18, with over 2,500 demonstrations expected to take place. The protests are primarily against the Trump administration's agenda, including its federal crackdown on immigration and crime in US cities. Over 200 progressive groups have come together to organize these events, which organizers expect will attract millions of attendees.
During his monologue, Kimmel defended the upcoming rallies, saying that they demonstrate a fundamental aspect of American democracy - the right to peaceful protest. He also dismissed criticisms from Republican leaders who claim that the protests are anti-American and driven by extremist groups like Hamas and Antifa. Kimmel accused Republicans of double standards, pointing out that those who attacked the US Capitol on January 6 would be considered patriotic.
In a tongue-in-cheek remark, Kimmel advised viewers attending the rally to avoid using certain derogatory terms when making signs mocking Trump's weight. He joked that doing so could lead to jail time.
Kimmel's comparison of the "No Kings" protests to the American Revolution comes weeks after Disney suspended his ABC show for several days over a previous round of anti-Trump jokes. Kimmel has repeatedly faced criticism for his sharp-tongued commentary on the former president, but he continues to push the boundaries of free speech and satire in US comedy.
The "No Kings" rallies are planned across all 50 states on October 18, with over 2,500 demonstrations expected to take place. The protests are primarily against the Trump administration's agenda, including its federal crackdown on immigration and crime in US cities. Over 200 progressive groups have come together to organize these events, which organizers expect will attract millions of attendees.
During his monologue, Kimmel defended the upcoming rallies, saying that they demonstrate a fundamental aspect of American democracy - the right to peaceful protest. He also dismissed criticisms from Republican leaders who claim that the protests are anti-American and driven by extremist groups like Hamas and Antifa. Kimmel accused Republicans of double standards, pointing out that those who attacked the US Capitol on January 6 would be considered patriotic.
In a tongue-in-cheek remark, Kimmel advised viewers attending the rally to avoid using certain derogatory terms when making signs mocking Trump's weight. He joked that doing so could lead to jail time.
Kimmel's comparison of the "No Kings" protests to the American Revolution comes weeks after Disney suspended his ABC show for several days over a previous round of anti-Trump jokes. Kimmel has repeatedly faced criticism for his sharp-tongued commentary on the former president, but he continues to push the boundaries of free speech and satire in US comedy.
So I think Kimmel's comparison to the American Revolution is interesting, even if some people might not agree with it. On one hand, I get why he'd draw a parallel - both times were about standing up against an authoritarian leader who was using heavy-handed tactics to silence dissent. The original revolution was all about challenging the king's power and pushing for independence, which sounds eerily similar to what these "No Kings" protesters are doing.
The fact that people are still so passionate about taking a stand against Trump's policies is kinda amazing. It just goes to show how divided America is, you know? Like, what the Founding Fathers fought for was basically the freedom to express your opinions and protest peacefully - and Kimmel's not backing down from that! 
He's like, 'Hey, if we're gonna call ourselves a democracy, let's own it!' 
And omg, can you even imagine if people actually did start using some of those super mean words on their signs? 
Yeah, Kimmel was totally right to warn them about that... jail time is no joke! 
. I do wish people wouldn't get so worked up about derogatory terms though, we can joke around without hurting anyone's feelings 
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! I'm loving how Kimmel called out Republicans for their hypocrisy and kept it real with his jokes about Trump's weight - he's still a comedic genius, even if some people get triggered by his humor 
. It's awesome that he's using his platform to stand up for what he believes in and defending the right to peaceful protest. I mean, come on, the American Revolution wasn't all about being anti-King, it was about freedom and equality too 
The fact that Kimmel is willing to take on criticism from Republicans and defend this fundamental aspect of our democratic system is a testament to his commitment to free speech. 
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. It's essential that we have a space to express ourselves without fear of retribution or intimidation... but let's not get too carried away with the parallels, okay? 
. Kimmel's right on point, though - protests are what make America great... well, at least the part of America where free speech doesn't suck 
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, but honestly, can't his take be a little more nuanced? I mean, isn't that comparison kinda... oversimplifying things? Like, didn't the American Revolution have a lot of different factions with varying opinions on what America should look like? And shouldn't we be looking at how the protests are bringing people together across different ideological lines rather than just comparing them to one historical event?
. Like, yeah, pointing out Republicans' double standards is fine, but can't we have a more constructive conversation about politics without resorting to snarky remarks?
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But what really gets me is how organized these "No Kings" rallies are, with over 2,500 demos planned across all 50 states. It's amazing to see progressive groups coming together for a common cause. 
. It's like, if you're gonna criticize someone for having a different opinion, at least have the courage to own up to your own biases too 
. Anyway, I'm hyped for these "No Kings" rallies and can't wait to see millions of people coming together to make their voices heard 
. I mean, I get it, Trump can be a magnet for controversy, but let's not pretend like this wasn't coming from one of the most vocal critics out there either 
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. We gotta be able to express ourselves without fear of retribution or jail time 
. And if the haters wanna call it "anti-American" just 'cause they don't like what's bein' said, well... that's just hypocrisy 
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he's always speaking truth to power (even if it means ruffling a few feathers) and standing up for what's right, even when it's hard. these "no kings" protests are all about exercising our fundamental right to peaceful protest, which is at the heart of american democracy - and kimmel's spot on about republicans being hypocritical with their double standards 
meanwhile, let's keep that in mind: if we want real change, we gotta be willing to speak out (and laugh) together 
. Plus, the protests aren't exactly peaceful – there have been some rough clashes between protesters and counter-demonstrators in the past 
. Still, I get where Kimmel is coming from – the right to protest is crucial for American democracy