What began as a late-night joke quickly expanded into a public controversy involving political figures, media commentary, and questions about how humor is interpreted in an era of heightened sensitivity and tension. In his monologue, Kimmel attempted to frame the discussion within the context of comedy and intent.
He acknowledged that the timing of the joke had been poorly received by some viewers, but maintained that the purpose of the remark was not to…
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