James Comer defends Jimmy Kimmel over calls for removal after controversial joke

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 29

Comer, a Republican from Kentucky, disagreed with President Trump’s demand that Disney fire Kimmel following a joke about First Lady Melania Trump as an "expectant widow."
Comer argued for freedom of speech, stating that audiences can change the channel if offended, and criticized political efforts to cancel comedians.
Kimmel maintained his joke was a light roast and not a call to violence, while the White House and ABC have not responded to requests for comment.

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