Kimmel's commentary comes in the wake of Trump's announcement of his second administration's key figures, which has sparked a flurry of reactions across the political spectrum.
According to The Independent, Trump's new cabinet includes former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence, former Florida representative Matt Gaetz as attorney general, vocal anti-vaxxer Robert F. Kennedy Jr as Health and Human Services secretary, and Fox News contributor Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief. These choices have been met with a blend of praise, criticism, and bewilderment from both Republicans and Democrats.
Kimmel, known for his sharp wit and biting humor, likened Trump's approach to governance to the production of a reality television show. "He's running the country like it's a reality show," Kimmel quipped. "But instead of Meatloaf and Dennis Rodman, he's got Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard."
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The late-night host further lampooned Trump's cabinet choices by suggesting other potential nominees, including Survivor host Jeff Probst, drag queen and television personality RuPaul, Dancing with the Stars hosts Alfonso Riberio and Julianne Hough, and comedian Nick Cannon. "It's like the worst People's Choice Awards every day now," Kimmel teased.
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Political analysts have posited that Trump's recent nominations reflect a preference for loyalty over experience. Kimmel, however, offered a different perspective on the president-elect's decision-making process. "Some believe he's testing the Republican Congress to see how far he can push them. Some say he's doing this strategically to weaken certain sections of government," he said. "Or, and this is the theory that I believe: He's dumb. He's a dumb, dumb man."
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Kimmel also targeted RFK Jr, Trump's choice to lead America's largest public health body. "Who better to be in charge of health in humans than a guy whose brain was partially devoured by a worm?" he remarked, adding, "Trump originally wanted a doctor in that role. Turns out that the late, great Hannibal Lecter isn't a real person. This tells you all you need to know about our country right now."
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The host also highlighted the controversy surrounding Trump's nomination of Matt Gaetz as attorney general, a choice that has even some Republicans expressing concern. "If Matt Gaetz is going to be attorney general, why not bring in Gary Busey to run the CIA," Kimmel suggested, implying that the Point Break actor could lead the intelligence agency.
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Gaetz, a former congressman, is set to succeed current Attorney General Merrick Garland, whose Justice Department previously investigated Gaetz and his associates for sex trafficking. Although Gaetz was never charged, he was the subject of a House Ethics Committee investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use. His recent resignation effectively ended the probe, but calls for the release of the findings persist.
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Despite the challenges Gaetz faces in securing Senate confirmation, Kimmel predicted that Trump's loyal supporters would ultimately fall in line. "The list of bootlickers is long and the MAGA minions… are lined up suckle Trump celebrity teats," Kimmel concluded. This commentary underscores the ongoing debate surrounding Trump's cabinet picks and the potential implications for the future of American governance.
