Jack Black announced that Tenacious D will return after taking a break following backlash over a controversial joke made by bandmate Kyle Gass about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The incident occurred onstage in Australia when Gass joked, 'Don’t miss Trump next time,' leading to the cancellation of their tour and a public apology from both members. Black emphasized that he does not condone hate speech or political violence and felt it was inappropriate to continue touring. Despite the controversy, Black confirmed that he and Gass remain friends and will resume their activities when the time feels right.