On December 11, 2023, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel ridiculed former President donald Trump’s repeated claims about having Native American ancestry. Kimmel’s monologue focused on Trump’s assertion, made during a campaign rally in Iowa, that he had “a lot of Indian blood,” specifically referencing “Pocahontas” and “Sitting Bull.”

Kimmel responded to Trump’s claims by sarcastically suggesting that Trump meant “Native americans” when he used the term “Indians.” He then asserted that Trump’s claims were entirely fabricated. “And another interesting fact: He made all of that up. None of that was true. So thank you, Sitting Bullshit,” Kimmel quipped, drawing laughter from the audience, according to HuffPost.

Kimmel has a long-standing history of criticizing Trump, frequently using his platform to offer satirical commentary on the former president’s actions and statements. He is widely considered one of Trump’s most vocal and consistent critics in late-night television.

Trump’s Claims of Native American Heritage

Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed Native American ancestry, though he has provided no verifiable evidence to support these assertions. He has referenced various tribes, including Cherokee, and has even suggested a connection to Pocahontas. These claims have been met with skepticism and criticism from Native American leaders and organizations.

In 2018, the Cherokee Nation publicly stated that Trump’s claims of Cherokee heritage were unsubstantiated. Principal Chief Richard Sneed issued a statement saying, “Using a term like ‘Pocahontas’ as a pejorative is deeply offensive. It’s a misrepresentation of history and perpetuates harmful stereotypes.” NBC News reported on the Cherokee Nation’s response at the time.

Trump’s claims often surface during political rallies and interviews, and have become a recurring theme in his public appearances. He has also used these claims to deflect criticism and portray himself as understanding of Native american issues, a claim that has been widely disputed.

Kimmel’s History of Criticizing Trump

Jimmy Kimmel has consistently used his show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, as a platform to criticize Donald trump throughout his presidency and beyond. His critiques have ranged from humorous monologues to more pointed political commentary.

Kimmel’s criticism often focuses on Trump’s policies, statements, and behavior. He has been particularly vocal about issues such as healthcare, gun control, and immigration. He frequently uses satire and irony to highlight what he perceives as Trump’s flaws and inconsistencies.

Kimmel’s ongoing criticism has made him a prominent figure in the anti-Trump movement and has garnered him both praise and criticism from viewers and political commentators.