Kimmel's Controversial 'Drag Queen Storytime' Stunt: Trixie Mattel 'Reads' and Destroys Eric Trump's Memoir

In a move that has ignited a firestorm of controversy and drawn sharp criticism, ABC’s "Jimmy Kimmel Live" recently featured a segment dubbed "Drag Queen Storytime" that pushed the boundaries of late-night political satire and decorum.

The segment showcased acclaimed drag performer Trixie Mattel, known for her sharp wit and over-the-top persona, who was tasked with "reading" to a small group of children.

However, the chosen text was not a classic fairy tale, but rather Eric Trump’s memoir, "The Trump Card: Playing to Win in Business and Life."

From the outset, it was clear that the segment was intended as a pointed jab at the former first family. Mattel, in full drag regalia, feigned reading passages from the book to the young audience, often pausing to offer sarcastic commentary or appearing disinterested, much to the amusement of the studio audience and the host.

The performance highlighted the show's intent to mock and disparage the author and his work through a theatrical display.

The culmination of the provocative act came when, instead of finishing the story or offering a gentle conclusion, Mattel dramatically cast the book into a roaring wood chipper, destroying it on live television.

The stunt, clearly designed to send a strong political message and demonstrate utter contempt for the publication, immediately sparked outrage among conservative viewers and commentators who decried it as disrespectful, inappropriate for children, and an act of ideological aggression.

Critics argued vehemently that the segment, under the guise of entertainment, was a thinly veiled political attack using children as unwitting props, crossing a line often debated in late-night television.

They condemned the destruction of property and the perceived indoctrination of young minds with partisan messaging. Supporters, conversely, praised Kimmel for his fearless satire and for using his platform to make a bold statement against figures he and his audience oppose, viewing it as a legitimate form of comedic protest.

Regardless of one’s political leaning, the "Drag Queen Storytime" segment featuring Trixie Mattel and Eric Trump’s memoir has undoubtedly cemented its place as one of the most talked-about and divisive moments in recent late-night television history, further fueling the ongoing culture wars and sparking widespread debate over the role of entertainment in political discourse.