Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel criticized President Donald Trump on Tuesday, November 10, for selling merchandise and digital access following the results of the 2026 midterm elections. Kimmel focused on a new product available in the president's online store and a high-cost subscription tier on the social media platform Truth Social.
The criticism followed an election cycle where Republicans lost seats to Democrats. In response to the new congressional makeup, the president stated he would become "Mr. Veto." He displayed a red cap featuring the word "VETO" on his Oval Office desk, which was subsequently listed for sale.
The "VETO" caps are priced at $55 each. Additionally, Kimmel highlighted a Truth Social feature where subscribers can pay up to $100,000 per month. This subscription allows users to view the president's posts in advance of the general public. Kimmel characterized this practice as "literally selling access."
For the average citizen, the immediate change is the commercialization of official executive branch intentions, such as the use of the veto power, through $55 consumer goods. Those who cannot afford the Truth Social premium tier would notice a delay in receiving information that might affect market prices or federal policy compared to those paying the monthly fee. Kimmel noted that this level of paid access has received limited public attention despite the significant dollar amounts involved.
The precedent involves the direct monetization of the presidency through both physical merchandise and digital data streams. The knock-on effects could influence future ethics debates regarding how a sitting president interacts with private business interests and social media platforms they own or control. As of November 11, 2026, the caps remain for sale, and the Truth Social subscription model remains active. No specific legislative or court dates were reported regarding these practices.