Jimmy Kimmel rips into Donald Trump after ex-POTUS praises Ron DeSantis for endorsing him

Jimmy Kimmel recalled Donald Trump's earlier dismissive remarks against Ron DeSantis, emphasizing the stark shift from skepticism to support
PUBLISHED JAN 23, 2024
Jimmy Kimmel humorously dissects former President Donald Trump's ever-changing opinions about politicians on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' (Getty Images)
Jimmy Kimmel humorously dissects former President Donald Trump's ever-changing opinions about politicians on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel recently took a playful swipe at former President Donald Trump for his ever-changing opinions on politicians.

Specifically, Kimmel highlighted the praise Trump has lavished upon Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, despite previously dismissing him as a non-contender.

 Kimmel's monologue on 'Jimmy Kemmel Live!' had witty remarks about the dynamic between Trump and DeSantis.

Kimmel chronicles Trump's rollercoaster relationship with DeSantis

Kimmel began his monologue by recollecting some of Trump's earlier comments on Ron DeSantis, highlighting the stark contrast between the past and current times.

Kimmel showed Trump saying, "Without my endorsement, he would have come in last. I said, 'Ron, you're so far behind, you don't have a chance. You're dead'."

The comedian emphasized Trump's initial lack of faith in DeSantis, painting a picture of a doomed candidacy.

The late-night host went on to refer to Trump's derogatory nickname for DeSantis –'Ron DeSanctimonious'.

Kimmel pointed out that Trump had once labeled DeSantis as a "disaster," highlighting the rapid decline in his poll numbers, especially in Florida, where he is no longer as popular as he once was.

Turning 'Ron DeSanctimonious' into a comedic chorus

In a classic Kimmel style, the comedian echoed Trump's repetitive use of the term "Sanctimonious," turning it into a humorous refrain in his monologue.

"Ron DeSanctimonious, RonDeSanctimonious, Ron DeSanctimonious – DeSanctimonious, DeSanctimonious, DeSanct, DeSanctus." Kimmel added his comedic touch to the contradictory statements made by the former president.

The late-night host then shifted his focus to Trump's criticism of DeSantis's personality. He quoted Trump as saying, "You have to have personality. He needs a personality transplant, and those are not yet available."

DeSantis' 6-inch heels

Kimmel seized the opportunity to joke about DeSantis' footwear and walking style.

Kimmel quoted Trump saying, "He's standing up with those shoes, fancy shoes. I don't have 6-inch heels. His feet are weird. He's walking away. I thought he was wearing ice skates."

Kimmel's comedic pinnacle came when he quoted Trump's assertion that even if historical figures like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln came back from the dead to endorse DeSantis, it wouldn't guarantee a victory.

The late-night host hilariously added, "And Jesus told me he hates you too, but I think you're a terrific guy."

This line underscored the absurdity of Trump's shifting opinions.



 

Kimmel wrapped up his monologue by discussing the narrow field of potential endorsements, joking about Nikki Haley being the only option remaining after DeSantis dropped out of the race.

The comedian humorously pondered the scenario of being left alone with Trump, alluding to every woman's nightmare.

MORE STORIES

Gavin Newsom rejected the bipartisan bill, calling it too costly and warning it could disrupt how California determines firefighter pay
7 hours ago
The vote comes as California’s education agencies face a US Department of Justice lawsuit over alleged Title IX violations in girls’ sports
7 hours ago
Donald Trump took aim at Sen Richard Blumenthal after his tense face-off with Attorney General Pam Bondi during a congressional hearing
9 hours ago
Dick Durbin pressed Pam Bondi to justify sending troops to Illinois, accusing the Justice Department of hiding key information from the public
14 hours ago
The comedian dubbed Chuck Schumer 'Hack-ie Mason', and then went on a rant against Democratic leadership in general
1 day ago
Trump promised America’s men and women in uniform that their pay is safe despite the government shutdown
2 days ago
The stipend is part of measures taken by the Trump administration to reduce illegal immigrants in US
4 days ago
The directive followed Donald Trump’s August 2025 executive order instructing law enforcement and military to immediately arrest flag burners
4 days ago
Sen Roger Marshall introduced the Passport Sanity Act to end gender-neutral passports citing security and Trump-era precedent
6 days ago
JB Pritzker went after Trump after he suggested alleged crime-ridden cities like Chicago could serve as a training ground for National Guard troops
7 days ago