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One of the most alarming trends in late-night television is the mockery of disabilities. Kimmel recently faced backlash for making jokes about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s neurological disorder and his wife's reaction. This shift towards crossing lines that were once considered off-limits raises ethical questions about comedy's role in society. As the panelist suggests, mocking a disability not only reflects poorly on Kimmel but also illustrates how the late-night format is distorting political narratives in a desperate attempt to remain relevant in a swiftly changing media environment.