Kimmel faces backlash for mocking Tesla arson attacks

Jimmy Kimmel is facing criticism for making jokes about arson attacks on Tesla vehicles and mocking CEO Elon Musk. His comments have prompted calls for action from ABC and Disney, with critics arguing that he is encouraging violence. During his late-night show, Kimmel referenced incidents where Tesla cars were set on fire. He joked about the burning of Teslas at a facility in Las Vegas, which some viewers found inappropriate. Critics, including politicians, have accused him of trivializing serious issues related to these attacks. Elon Musk responded to Kimmel's jokes on social media, calling him "an unfunny jerk." Other conservative figures, like Sean Hannity, also criticized Kimmel and questioned whether ABC supports his comments. This backlash has reignited discussions about perceived bias at ABC, a network owned by Disney. Despite the controversy, Kimmel has not left social media platform X, where he also has many followers. However, there is speculation about whether he will remain active there due to the ongoing backlash. The situation continues to unfold as audiences and critics react to his remarks.