Jimmy Kimmel's Surprising Praise for MAGA Star Shakes Up Political Comedy

SCANDAL ROCKS WASHINGTON: JIMMY KIMMEL TURNS ON HIS CRITICS, PRAISES MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE IN SHOCKING TWIST

In a jaw-dropping moment that's left politicos and pundits alike speechless, comedian Jimmy Kimmel has turned on his usual targets and unexpectedly praised far-right firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene. The surprise endorsement came during an impassioned monologue on his late-night show, where Kimmel ripped into Republicans for their handling of the ongoing government shutdown.

But in a stunning display of bipartisanship, Kimmel took a break from bashing the MAGA crowd and showered praise on Greene for her bravery in speaking out against her own party's stance on the budget dispute. And it all started with a single X post that left even the most seasoned politicians nodding their heads in agreement.

"We've been told by the President's administration, and some of our Republican friends, that this bill won't hurt anyone," Kimmel began, his voice dripping with skepticism. "But Representative Taylor Greene has spoken out against her own party, saying that if we don't extend the tax credits for Obamacare subsidies, millions of Americans will lose their healthcare."

Kimmel then cited Greene's scathing X post, where she revealed that her own adult children would face a doubling of their insurance premiums in 2026 due to the expiring subsidies. "Now, I know this sounds crazy, but I'll say it again: Marjorie Taylor Greene is right," Kimmel exclaimed, before jokingly adding, "I need something to wash out my mouth."

This wasn't the first time Kimmel has praised Greene, who recently made headlines for urging President Donald Trump to meet with Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking victims in the Oval Office. The comedian previously commended her for taking a stand against the party line on that issue.

But what's even more remarkable is that left-wing pundits like Kimmel are usually at odds with Greene, whom he has previously called out for her "idiotic" speeches and labeled as a "sociopath." However, after she reported him to the Capitol Police for making a joke about Will Smith slapping her, Kimmel doubled down on his criticism, even going so far as to label her a "snowflake and sociopath."

The dustup between Kimmel and Greene has become a national laughingstock, with the comedian responding to her police report by saying, "If she's going to report me to the police, if that's how she wants to play it, I'll report you right back." The exchange has left many wondering what's next in this unlikely game of tit-for-tat.

But don't just take Kimmel's word for it – even Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has praised Greene for her X post on the budget dispute. In a surprising display of cross-party cooperation, Schumer said, "Hold on to your hats, I think Representative Greene said it perfectly."

This rare moment of bipartisan agreement comes as the government shutdown continues to drag on, with Republicans and Democrats at an impasse over the funding bill. The expiring Obamacare subsidies are the key sticking point, making Greene's admission that they're crucial to her constituents all the more significant.

As the battle for control of Congress rages on, it's clear that even in the most unlikely of alliances, there may be a glimmer of hope for compromise. But will this newfound friendship between Kimmel and Greene signal a turning point in their public feud? Only time will tell.

A CONVERSATION WITH MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE:

In an exclusive interview with thescholarlynote.com last August, Representative Taylor Greene revealed her growing disillusionment with the Republican Party. "I don't know if the party is leaving me or if I'm just not relating to it as much anymore," she said candidly. "The Republican Party has turned its back on America First and the workers and regular Americans."

Greene's fidelity to President Trump remains strong, but her words have sparked concern among party leaders that she may be wavering in her commitment to the MAGA agenda. Will this newfound alliance with Kimmel give Greene a platform to push for changes within the Republican Party? Only time will tell.

A SHUTDOWN SHOWDOWN:

The government shutdown began on October 1, and despite multiple votes, no agreement has been reached between Republicans and Democrats over the funding bill. The expiring Obamacare subsidies are the key sticking point, with Democrats insisting that they must be included in any deal to prevent millions of Americans from losing their healthcare.

But even as the clock ticks down, there's a glimmer of hope on the horizon – a glimmer that could be courtesy of Representative Taylor Greene and her unlikely friendship with comedian Jimmy Kimmel. Will this rare moment of bipartisanship signal a new era in politics? Stay tuned to find out.