Kimmel joked that President Biden and Israel “go way back”: “You know how Moses parted the Red Sea? Joe was the guy who dared him to do it.”
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Biden in Wartime
President Joe Biden flew to Israel on Wednesday, meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Jimmy Kimmel noted that White House officials say Biden prefers to meet other world leaders face to face, particularly in times of crisis — “which is a nice way of saying he still doesn’t know how to Zoom.”
“It’s very rare for an American president to fly into a combat zone. They say the last time Biden was in this much danger, he was rolling with Corn Pop.” — JIMMY KIMMEL
“President Biden arrived this morning in Israel, making him the first president to visit Israel during a time of war — which is pretty dangerous, but he should be OK once he makes it down the stairs.” — SETH MEYERS
“The president gave a surprisingly strong speech. He told the Israeli people the United States stands with them. He condemned the disgusting attacks by Hamas and cautioned Israel to learn from the mistakes we made after 9/11. This kind of thing is where Biden really shines. He and Israel go way back. You know how Moses parted the Red Sea? Joe was the guy who dared him to do it.” — JIMMY KIMMEL
“Wow, wise words from President Biden. Anytime an American president admits a mistake, it’s a big deal. So, Israel, please learn from us — don’t stay in Afghanistan for more than 20 years, tops.” — MICHAEL KOSTA
The Punchiest Punchlines (Worse Than the First Edition)
“Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan failed to secure enough votes today in the second round of voting to become House speaker and received only 199 votes. That’s worse than he did yesterday! If they keep doing votes, he’s eventually going to get to zero, and then he’ll fade away like Marty McFly in a family photo.” — SETH MEYERS
“That’s like retaking the S.A.T. and finding out you got dumber somehow.” — JIMMY FALLON
“But he’s not giving up. He’s going to keep on going until he loses unanimously.” — JIMMY KIMMEL
The Bits Worth Watching
Two “Tonight Show” audience members competed in a challenge on Wednesday to paint a portrait of Jimmy Fallon on a giant pumpkin as quickly as possible.
What We’re Excited About on Thursday Night
Billy Porter will promote his upcoming album, “Black Mona Lisa,” on Thursday’s “Late Night.”
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The French actress Adèle Haenel is in New York this week, performing with the choreographer-director Gisèle Vienne “L’Étang.”
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