Published：Apr 27, 20:18Last updated：May 6, 15:30

Trump's Third-Term Jokes Spark Debate as Kimmel Feud Continues

Apr. 27, 2026 20:18

The Trumps called for Jimmy Kimmel's dismissal from ABC following a joke made at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Published on April 27, 2026.

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May. 6, 2026 09:27

Jimmy Kimmel mocked Donald Trump's Oval Office remarks to children on May 6, 2026. Trump's comments on transgender rights and 'men in women’s sports' were described as 'very normal' by Kimmel, highlighting the unusual nature of the president's statements.

May. 6, 2026 15:30

Jimmy Kimmel mocked President Donald Trump’s assertion of a ‘golden age of athletics,’ highlighting Trump’s reinstatement of a fitness test he would likely fail. Kimmel’s comments underscore the ongoing tension between Trump and late-night comedians, who frequently critique his policies and statements.

President Donald Trump has reignited constitutional debates by joking about serving a third term during recent public appearances. At a May 4 White House event and subsequent small business gathering, Trump humorously suggested staying in office for "another eight to nine years," despite the 22nd Amendment's prohibition. While met with laughter from audiences, the remarks have energized some MAGA supporters who argue for term limit exceptions. Meanwhile, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel continues mocking Trump's Oval Office behavior, particularly targeting his comments on transgender athletes and a reinstated presidential fitness test. Chosun Ilbo+4

🏛️ Constitutional Controversy

Trump's third-term remarks have sparked legal discussions:

22nd Amendment clearly limits presidents to two terms
Some conservative commentators suggest legal workarounds
No formal proposal has been made by Trump's administration
Historical precedent: FDR's four terms led to amendment creation Chosun Ilbo+1

🎭 Dual Media Firestorms

Parallel controversies unfolding:

Trump's term-limit jokes at business events
Kimmel's ongoing critiques of Trump's policies and statements
Comedian's mockery of transgender sports comments
Fitness test reinstatement becomes new punchline The Independent+1

📊 Public Reaction Breakdown

Group	Response to Term Jokes	Response to Kimmel
MAGA	Enthusiastic support	Outrage
Democrats	Constitutional alarm	Applaud satire
Media	Divided on seriousness	Defend comedic rights Russian Gazette+1

⚖️ Legal vs. Comedic Boundaries

Critical tensions emerging:

Difference between presidential humor and policy signals
Late-night shows testing limits of political satire
First Amendment protections for both politicians and comedians
No direct link between jokes and security threats Chosun Ilbo+1

📅 Timeline of Events

May 4: Trump's initial third-term tax joke
May 5: Business event remarks about extended presidency
May 6: Kimmel's transgender sports segment airs
Ongoing: ABC maintains support for Kimmel Chosun Ilbo+1

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United Kingdom

Coverage focuses on Jimmy Kimmel's mockery of Donald Trump's Oval Office remarks and his critique of Trump's policies and statements.

South Korea

Reporting centers on Trump's joke about using tax deductions after a potential third term, amidst ongoing discussions about the 22nd Amendment.

Russia

Coverage highlights Trump's humorous suggestion of staying in office for another eight to nine years, reigniting discussions about the possibility of a third term.