Jimmy Kimmel, a famous talk show host from Las Vegas, is working hard to encourage people in his hometown to vote. On Monday, he joined Senator Jacky Rosen and the Culinary Union to celebrate the start of early voting in Nevada.
At the Culinary Union hall, Kimmel shared that he comes from a family of culinary workers. He joked, “I heard the word cocktails and I showed up,” showing his happiness to be back in Las Vegas. Kimmel asked everyone to think about important issues and vote for what matters to them. He highlighted, “This state and this city are very important… Las Vegas can decide what happens in the whole country.”
Kimmel’s visit was part of a campaign to support Senator Rosen, who is running against Republican candidate Sam Brown. Kimmel has supported Rosen before, including during her successful Senate campaign in 2018. He is passionate about getting people involved in the election process.
During his visits, Kimmel also attacked former President Donald Trump and Sam Brown. He shared a story about his father, who worked as a waiter in a Trump building. Kimmel said his father received very small tips from Fred Trump every day. He remarked, “When Donald Trump and Sam Brown tell you they care about you, remember this.” This comment connected with many people in the audience.
In a funny moment, Kimmel joked about a recent town hall where Trump entertained the crowd for 39 minutes without answering any questions. Kimmel joked, “Just pretend it was one of Don Jr.’s piano recitals and then leave. Go home!” This shows that he continues to be funny while also criticizing Trump.
Kimmel’s activism is part of a larger trend among late-night hosts who are becoming more involved in politics. They use their platforms to encourage people to vote and discuss important issues.
As early voting continues, Kimmel and Rosen are encouraging local residents to make their voices heard. Channel 13 has also created a voter guide to help people understand the election process and be ready to vote. In this important election year, Kimmel’s efforts remind everyone that every vote matters in shaping the future of Nevada and the country.