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Kimmel Mocks Trump’s Absence at Wedding

Jimmy Kimmel humorously critiques Donald Trump for missing his son's wedding in the Bahamas, suggesting he prioritized other activities over family.

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In a recent episode, Jimmy Kimmel humorously addressed Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding in the Bahamas, which Trump Sr. did not attend. Kimmel noted that Trump claimed he needed to stay in Washington due to important government matters. He about Trump's frequent leisure activities, suggesting that missing the wedding was unusual for someone so busy. Kimmel also touched on Trump’s statements regarding the Iran , adding a comedic twist to serious topics.

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Adapted from The Guardian, 27 May 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.

Key vocabulary

  • no-show

    not attending an event

    Trump was a no-show at his son's wedding.

  • joked

    made a humorous remark

    Kimmel joked about Trump's busy schedule.

  • ceremony

    a formal event

    The wedding ceremony took place in the Bahamas.

  • conflict

    a serious disagreement

    Kimmel discussed the conflict with Iran.

  • prioritize

    to put something first

    Trump seemed to prioritize leisure over family.

Quick quiz

01Where did Donald Trump Jr. get married?

02What did Trump say about attending the wedding?

03What did Kimmel say about Trump's leisure activities?

04What did Kimmel joke about Trump's handling of the Iran conflict?

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Discussion

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