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Kimmel responds to backlash over controversial joke about Melania Trump

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The Trump administration is doubling down on demanding that Disney-owned ABC fire Jimmy Kimmel after he responded to the backlash from his controversial joke last week.

In his mock White House Correspondents' Association dinner skit, the late-night host made a joke at the expense of first lady Melania Trump.

"Look at Melania. So beautiful. Mrs. Trump, you have a glow like an expectant widow," he said. "Melania's birthday is on Sunday. That's right, she's planning to celebrate at home the same way she always does, looking out a window and whispering, 'What have I done?'"...

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