In a rather ironic twist, Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, seemed to succumb to drowsiness during the inaugural day of his high-profile criminal trial in New York. Courtroom observers noted moments where Trump appeared to struggle to keep his eyes open, with some even suggesting that he had drifted off to sleep.
Trump’s Nap Sparks Social Media Frenzy
Despite vehement denials from Trump’s camp, dismissing the claims as “fake news,” reports of his brief slumber quickly circulated on social media. Users online wasted no time in coining a new moniker for the 77-year-old: “Sleepy Don.”
Kimmel’s Take: A Humorous Spin on Trump’s Nap
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel wasted no time in capitalizing on the situation, highlighting the irony of Trump’s nap during court proceedings, especially considering Trump’s past jabs at President Biden as “Sleepy Joe.” Kimmel quipped, “If Biden is ‘Sleepy Joe,’ I guess that makes you Doze-O the Clown.”
Trump’s Hypocrisy Exposed
Kimmel didn’t miss the opportunity to point out the hypocrisy in Trump’s actions. He pondered how Trump would have reacted if Biden had dozed off during his trial, emphasizing how Fox News would have amplified the incident. Yet, Trump’s own nap seemed to escape such scrutiny.
Even Trump Is Exhausted by Trump
Kimmel saw a bright side amidst the laughter, saying, “It’s kinda comforting to see even Donald Trump gets tired of himself.” Kimmel’s clever remark captures the idea that even those brimming with energy and confidence can sometimes feel drained or introspective.
Adding a touch of humor not only lifts spirits but also hints at the deeper idea of how everyone, regardless of status, grapples with moments of self-doubt or exhaustion caused by their own actions or image.
First US President on Trial
Monday marked a historic moment as Trump became the first-ever US president to face trial. Jury selection commenced amidst the media frenzy surrounding the proceedings.
A Complex Legal Battle
Trump faces a staggering 34 felony counts, primarily accused of falsifying business records to conceal hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Allegedly, Trump paid Daniels $130,000 to maintain silence about a 2006 affair.
A Web of Allegations
In addition to the hush money trial, Trump finds himself entangled in two other criminal cases. One accuses him of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election results, while the other involves retaining classified documents. Trump adamantly denies all charges against him.