Jimmy Kimmel’s Response to Elon Musk’s “Insufferable Propaganda Puppet” Remark

Jimmy Kimmel Claps Back at Elon Musk’s ‘Puppet’ Insult

In a fiery response to Elon Musk’s recent jab, Jimmy Kimmel took center stage to defend himself against being called a “puppet.” The exchange follows Kimmel’s emotional monologue on the aftermath of Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.

“It was a dismal night for women, children, and the countless immigrants who are the backbone of this nation,” Kimmel expressed, visibly moved. “It was a tough night for healthcare, climate, journalism, and democracy itself. Even those who backed Trump, whether they realize it or not, faced a harsh reality.”

Kimmel’s heartfelt remarks quickly gained traction online, prompting Musk to weigh in with his own critique via social media. The billionaire tweeted, “Kimmel is an insufferable nonsense propaganda puppet,” referring to the comedian’s expressions of concern.

On his late-night show, Jimmy wasted no time in addressing Musk’s comment. “After sharing my thoughts about losing democracy, the richest man in the world had to chime in,” he said, leaning into the camera. “At least my kids like me,” he added, sparking laughter from the audience.

Kimmel further challenged Musk’s integrity, saying, “The guy who spent a million dollars a day to get people to vote for Trump has the audacity to call me a propaganda puppet.” He turned the spotlight back on Musk, asserting, “You bought a platform that is effectively a propaganda machine.”

The comedian continued with a roast of Musk’s previous online antics, pulling up old tweets where Musk labeled various news outlets, including the New York Times and NPR, as propaganda. Kimmel also revisited a post from Trump on Truth Social, suggesting Musk had once been eager to seek the former president’s assistance regarding various projects, hinting at Musk’s past expressions of admiration for Trump.

In a tone laced with humor, Kimmel concluded, “You know what ‘beg’ means in Musk’s world,” adding a cheeky remark about the billionaire’s stature in the process. As the exchange unfolds, Musk has yet to publicly reply to Kimmel’s humorous retort.

For fans eager to see the full monologue, it’s available for viewing online.