White House spokesperson criticizes Jimmy Kimmel

White House spokesperson Davis Ingle issued a statement criticizing late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, describing him as a “no-talent loser” who is “devoid of actual talent.” The statement further claimed Kimmel has “beclowned himself with tanking ratings and by spewing disgusting lies to his dwindling audience.”

Kimmel responded during a monologue on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” where he mocked the spokesperson and questioned which specific joke had prompted the administration's reaction. Observations noted that the phrasing used by Ingle appeared to mirror previous insults directed at Kimmel by White House staffer Steven Cheung.

During his segment, Kimmel also directed criticism toward other administration figures, including Pete Hegseth and Katie Zacharia, while encouraging viewers to participate in upcoming midterm elections.