Trump's accusation of criminal activity in DC is challenged by Nicole Byer with a warning about the perilous implications of the MAGA movement.
On Monday, Nicole Byer, the guest host on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, delivered a firm and humorous message to President Donald Trump, addressing his false claims about crime in Washington, D.C. 1
During her segment, Byer took a clear stance, correcting Trump's misleading statements about the capital's safety. The specifics of her message were not detailed, but her firm tone was evident. 1
Byer's monologue was part of Jimmy Kimmel Live!'s tradition of using comedy and candid commentary to tackle current political and social issues. [2]
In a more light-hearted moment, Byer praised Trump, saying, "Great job, Mr. President!" 1
However, Byer also reminded Trump of the deadly riot that occurred on January 6, 2021, at the Capitol. 1
In a nod to this event, Byer critiqued Trump's actions, saying that he had told an angry mob to "get their steps in" by storming the Capitol. 1
Byer also made a comment about Trump's intelligence, saying, "You're the smartest man alive." 1
In a more controversial moment, Byer made a sexual reference about Trump, saying, "You're hung like a tarantula." 1
Byer also expressed regret for her earlier comments about Trump and stated that she did not want Jimmy Kimmel to face trouble before his return to the program. 1
The Monday monologue of Nicole Byer on Jimmy Kimmel Live! can be watched below. 3
[1] HuffPost. (2025, August 15). Nicole Byer Delivers Blunt Message to President Trump on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. [online] Available at: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/nicole-byer-donald-trump_n_62f6d66de4b01d9c630f24b5 [2] Jimmy Kimmel Live!. (n.d.). About. [online] Available at: https://www.jimmykimmelive.com/about [3] Jimmy Kimmel Live!. (2025, August 15). Nicole Byer's Monologue - August 14, 2025. [online] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
- The syndicated-HuffPost article, dated August 15, 2025, highlights Nicole Byer's appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where she delivered a timely and humorous message to President Donald Trump.
- Byer's monologue, part of the show's tradition of addressing current political and social issues, included a light-hearted praise for Trump as well as critical comments on his actions, such as his response to the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
- In a more controversial moment, Byer made a sexual reference about Trump, adding controversy to her interview.
- On a lighter note, in an interview with DIB-celebs after her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Byer expressed regret for her earlier comments about Trump and stated that she did not want Jimmy Kimmel to face trouble before his return to the program.
- After the airing of her monologue, the episode received widespread attention, with discussions on women's content, TV shows, black content, entertainment, politics, general-news, and late-night comedy shows dominating the conversations.
