'It's overplayed': Internet divided as Jimmy Fallon predicts Donald Trump's jail prospects
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Jimmy Fallon joked on May 9 episode of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' that Donald Trump might end up with a "timeout" if he continues to misbehave.
Fallon's quip came in response to a Business Insider article discussing potential consequences if the former president continues to breach a gag order in his hush money trial in New York.
Jimmy Fallon jokes about Trump's 'timeout' and 'iPad ban' for jailtime prospects
The article headline read, “Jailing Trump on contempt would likely mean locking him up for an hour or 2 behind the courtroom, experts predict."
Business Insider referred to legal experts who indicated that Trump might be directed to spend a brief period in a secure area behind the Manhattan courtroom as a consequence for being found in contempt of court.
Additonally, other experts suggest that the world's most high-profile detainee could be held on notorious Rikers Island.
According to one attorney, this would serve as a method for a judge to provide a defendant with a "taste of jail," helping them comprehend the gravity of their circumstances.
"In other words, Trump would be the first former president to be given a timeout," Fallon quipped, breaking into laughter.
He then added, "And if that doesn't work, they're going to take away his iPad and no dessert for a week."
Reportedly, Trump is the first former president to face criminal chargesand could become the first to be jailed if found in contempt again.
Like all ex-presidents, he is protected by the Secret Service, which creates a range of logistical challenges.
Internet offers mixed reactions to Jimmy Fallon's mention of Trump's jail prospects
Social media users responded with a blend of support and criticism to Fallon's mention of Trump's jail prospect.
One viewer articulated, "I am so sick of Trump's drama."
Another viewer chimed in, "Love the timeout!"
A viewer highlighted, "God Bless Trump."
A follower remarked, "All of Jimmy's talent for jokes is going to waste with these trump jokes. It's overplayed,boring and we all get it , respectfully as a Canadian."
One comment noted, "Jimmy fallon is not a good actor."
Another comment remarked, "Boooo!! On all this!!!"
"Dude!!! Do you have any better writers??," elaborated an individual.
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