Jimmy Kimmel Faces Backlash for Vandalism Remarks on Tesla

Jimmy Kimmel sparked controversy during a segment on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' where he made sarcastic remarks about the vandalism of Tesla vehicles. His joke, which included the line 'Please don’t vandalize. Don’t ever vandalize Tesla vehicles,' was met with laughter from the studio audience but drew outrage from MAGA supporters who accused him of inciting violence against the electric vehicle company led by Elon Musk. Critics expressed their disapproval on social media, suggesting that Kimmel's comments endorsed domestic terrorism and called for accountability. Musk himself responded to the incident, labeling Kimmel as a 'jerk.' The vandalism of Tesla cars has reportedly increased as a backlash against Musk's involvement in the Trump administration, particularly his role in the Department of Government Efficiency. This situation reflects a broader divide in public sentiment surrounding Musk and his political affiliations.