This is not appropriate by an means.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel is no stranger to controversy, but his latest joke about Tesla vehicles being vandalized has many conservatives outraged. Critics say Kimmel’s sarcastic remarks could encourage criminal behavior, while others see it as another example of Hollywood’s growing hostility toward figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
Kimmel Jokes About Tesla Vandalism – But Who’s Laughing?
During Tuesday night’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the comedian took aim at Tesla’s declining stock prices and Elon Musk’s media appearances, particularly on conservative platforms. Kimmel then referenced reports of Tesla vehicles being vandalized, delivering a dry, sarcastic statement:
“Some have been vandalizing Tesla cars, new Tesla cars. Please do not vandalize. Do not vandalize Tesla vehicles.”
His dramatic pause after the statement sent the audience into laughter, while Kimmel moved on to more mockery of Musk. But for Tesla owners—and many conservatives—this wasn’t a joke.
WATCH:
Jimmy Kimmel virtually encourages his audience to vandalize Tesla vehicles because he dislikes @ElonMusk.
— Kyle Becker (@kylenabecker) March 19, 2025
The audience *LAUGHS* at this.
Ghouls.pic.twitter.com/RmjX9PuZdx
Is Kimmel Encouraging Violence Against Tesla?
The mainstream media may have chuckled along with Kimmel, but many Americans didn’t find it funny. Some argue that his comment normalizes property destruction, especially targeting businesses and individuals who don’t align with Hollywood’s left-leaning narrative.
Fox News anchor Sandra Smith weighed in, saying:
“I’m not quite sure how that was funny.”
Meanwhile, conservative commentator Kyle Becker called out Kimmel’s comments:
“Jimmy Kimmel virtually encourages his audience to vandalize Tesla vehicles because he dislikes [Elon Musk]. The audience LAUGHS at this. Ghouls.”
The popular conservative account ‘Libs of TikTok’ took it even further, labeling Kimmel’s words as:
“Smugly calling for more Tesla attacks. Evil.”
A Pattern of Bias? Hollywood’s Double Standard
Many conservatives see this as part of a bigger trend: the media and Hollywood elites look the other way when it comes to attacks on those they oppose. When it’s conservatives who speak out, the backlash is immediate—but when someone like Kimmel hints at destruction, it’s just “comedy.”
This is happening at a time when:
✅ Crime is skyrocketing in liberal cities
✅ Conservatives and business owners are increasingly targeted
✅ Media bias is at an all-time high
If the roles were reversed, would ABC and mainstream media still be laughing? Or would there be calls for cancellation?
Should Kimmel Be Held Accountable?
As Tesla customers and Musk supporters push back against Kimmel’s insensitive joke, the real question is:
➡ Will ABC take action?
➡ Should Kimmel apologize?
➡ Or is this just another case of “rules for thee, but not for me” in Hollywood?
📢 What do YOU think?