In a fiery showdown on live television, Jimmy Kimmel roasted Donald Trump’s recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill,” igniting a storm of controversy and backlash from the former president. The bill, which narrowly passed the House with a vote of 215 to 214, was branded by Kimmel as a “disgusting abomination,” drawing attention to its drastic cuts to essential programs like Medicaid and education. “If this is the beautiful bill, I’d hate to see the ugly one,” Kimmel quipped, highlighting the bill’s potential to harm vulnerable populations.
Trump, undeterred by the criticism, called the narrow victory a “landslide,” while some Republicans expressed deep concerns about the bill’s implications, likening the process to steering a ship toward an iceberg. The tension was palpable as Trump made a rare appearance on Capitol Hill, rallying House Republicans in a heated closed-door meeting, reportedly using forceful language to secure votes.
Adding to the drama, tech mogul Elon Musk publicly distanced himself from Trump’s agenda, calling the bill “outrageous” and condemning those who supported it. Musk’s comments reverberated through the political landscape, leaving many wondering how Trump would respond. White House Press Secretary Caroline Leit reaffirmed the administration’s support for the bill, dismissing Musk’s criticisms.
As Kimmel dissected the fallout, he humorously noted, “Unfortunately, we fired all the air traffic controllers,” a jab at the chaotic implications of the legislation. With the Senate now poised to review the bill, the stakes couldn’t be higher. As the nation holds its breath, the question remains: will this bill mark the dawn of a new era or lead to an unprecedented backlash? Stay tuned as this political drama unfolds.