Jimmy Kimmel to Continue Trump Criticism, Honors Rob Reiner
Summary of the Article: Jimmy Kimmel Addresses Rob Reiner’s Death and Trump’s Reaction
This article reports on Jimmy Kimmel’s monologue following the tragic deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife, and the subsequent arrest of their son, Nick Reiner, as the primary suspect.
Here are the key takeaways:
* Tragedy: Rob Reiner (“The Princess Bride” director) and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home, and their son, Nick Reiner, has been arrested in connection with their deaths.
* Kimmel’s Reaction: Kimmel expressed shock and sadness over the news,and criticized former President Trump for his past attacks on Reiner,particularly a recent statement calling Reiner “very bad for our country.”
* Trump’s Comments: Kimmel highlighted Trump’s doubling down on his negative stance towards Reiner even after the tragedy, and suggested this behavior is indicative of a larger problem.
* Call to Action: Kimmel urged viewers to reconsider their support for Trump, and vowed to continue pointing out what he sees as the former president’s “loathsome atrocities.”
* Republican Condemnation: Kimmel acknowledged the few Republicans who spoke out against Trump’s initial statement.
* Where to Watch: The monologue aired on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on ABC.
The article also includes links to further reporting on the case, including Nick Reiner’s arrest and a related interview with James Woods.