Jimmy Kimmel mocks President Trump as Democrats secure House and Senate in 2026 midterms

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel used his late-night monologue to celebrate the Democratic sweep in the 2026 midterm elections, describing the results as a "blue tsunami" that flipped several Senate seats and gave the party control of both chambers. He mocked President Donald Trump, saying the only "butt" on Trump's mind was the one "handed to him" after the losses, and joked about delivering Trump a Papa John’s pizza.

"It's all looking good for Democrats," Kimmel said, adding that the "red wedding begins" now that Republicans have lost the House.

Kimmel contrasted a list of issues he said Americans worry about—such as inflation, war, health care and housing—with a list he attributed to "MAGA" concerns, including transgender issues and a reference to Lupita Nyong'o's casting in "The Odyssey."

He also noted that House Speaker Mike Johnson is expected to be replaced by Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, quipping that he wishes Johnson would "pack up his stuff and ride away on his Big Wheel tonight."

The show featured the hosts of the "Pod Save America" podcast, and former Obama speechwriter Jon Favreau called the outcome "the beginning of the end of the Trump era," prompting cheers from the studio audience. Kimmel warned that President Trump is likely to become "even crazier" in his final two years in office.

Other late-night programs postponed new episodes on November 3 to focus on election coverage.