Jimmy Kimmel roasted Donald Trump during the 2016 Emmys, poking fun at the reality TV mogul-turned-Presidential candidate. Among those in attendance was Mark Burnett, who would later become Trump’s special envoy to the UK.
Kimmel joked that if Trump hadn’t been on television, he might not be running for President. He also mocked Trump’s plan to build a wall along the southern border and his proposed merger with Canada, suggesting that Americans might vote in Canadian presidential elections, potentially swaying the outcome. Kimmel quipped that this could lead to a president who “enthrone[s] a kind-hearted lesbian moose.”
Trump’s move to absorb Canada has raised concerns about healthcare coverage and economic motives. The comedian argued that Trump’s actions are part of a larger trend where traditional democratic processes are being challenged.
Kimmel’s lighthearted approach belies the gravity of these issues, as the comedian acknowledged that he would rather laugh at Trump’s antics than have confidence in the democratic system. With Trump’s presidency marked by controversy and division, it remains to be seen whether the country can retain its traditional voting systems.
Source: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2025/2/10/2302756/-O-Canada-A-Don-s-A-Grabbin-Ya