By Fatma Younis
Jimmy Kimmel reacted to the 2026 midterm election results on his late-night show, declaring a "Red Wedding" for President Donald Trump after Democrats secured control of the House of Representatives.
Kimmel's Monologue References Election Results
During the taped episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the host noted Democrats had officially taken the House, crediting Trump for the outcome. He quipped that the "blue wave made landfall, and now the Red Wedding begins," referencing the Game of Thrones massacre.
Jabs at Trump's Recent Comments
Kimmel mocked Trump's recent focus on celebrities' physiques, saying the only "ass" on Trump's mind was the one handed to him in the election. He also joked about Trump running out of dipping sauce containers to throw at the TV and the DoorDash driver delivering Papa John's.
Trump's Response to Midterm Losses
Trump told the New York Times he was willing to accept the results and work with Democrats, while on Truth Social he claimed Republicans would have won a landslide if he had been on the ballot. In a Fox News interview, he expressed surprise at some Republican losses and vowed to use veto power against "insane" Democratic legislation.
Hollywood Figures Celebrate Outcome
Other celebrities reacted positively, with Henry Winkler posting on X that "dreams do come true" and Bette Midler writing on Instagram she was "overjoyed" and thanked America for saving the country.
