In a surprising turn of events at the Oscars, Jimmy Kimmel ignored the advice of producers and decided to read President Donald Trump's scathing review of his performance during the ceremony. Trump, who took to his Truth Social platform to express his discontent, questioned whether there had ever been a worse host in the history of the award show and criticized it as a "really bad politically correct show."

During a post-show interview with Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, Kimmel admitted that he went against backstage advice to fill the spare time allocated to him. Referring to Trump's post on Truth Social, Kimmel defiantly stated, "I'm reading the Trump tweet."

Truth Social, the social platform launched by Trump after his permanent suspension from Twitter, has been a topic of discussion lately. Initially banned from Twitter due to the risk of incitement of violence following the January 6, 2021, siege, Trump's account was reinstated after Elon Musk took over the company. However, his social reach on Truth Social has significantly decreased compared to his pre-ban presence on Twitter.

As revealed by a recent report, Trump's engagement on Truth Social has been on the decline. The platform itself faced technical difficulties and crashed during Trump's posts coinciding with President Joe Biden's State of the Union address. Financially, Truth Social also experienced challenges, with a November 2023 SEC filing showing a loss of nearly $23 million in the first half of 2023, compared to a $29 million profit during the same period in 2022. In a surprising disclosure, Trump reported earning less than $201 on Truth Social in April 2022.

In response to Trump's review, Kimmel countered with his characteristic humor, taking a jab at the former president's legal troubles. "Thank you, President Trump. Thank you for watching, I'm surprised you're still - isn't it past your jail time?" Kimmel quipped, eliciting laughter from the audience.

The exchange between Trump and Kimmel adds yet another chapter to their ongoing public feud. While Kimmel used the opportunity to showcase his wit, Trump's criticism underscores his continued use of Truth Social as a platform to express his opinions and engage with his supporters.

As both figures remain in the public eye, it is likely that their interactions will continue to grab headlines and spark debates, highlighting the intersection of entertainment, politics, and social media in the modern era.