Jimmy Kimmel Hosting $25K-a-Plate Democrats Fundraiser

Fundraiser Details and Who Shows Up

Jimmy Kimmel is set to be the featured guest at a Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee dinner in Los Angeles on March 10. The invitation reportedly lists House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi among the attendees. Ticket prices start at $25,000 and climb into the hundreds of thousands for higher tiers. This is not a neighborhood bake sale. It is a high dollar gathering designed to refill campaign war chests for House Democrats ahead of the 2026 midterms.

What This Says About Kimmel’s Role

Kimmel has been an outspoken Democratic supporter for years, and this event makes clear where he prioritizes his time. Hosting a late night show is one thing. Leading a room full of donors to influence who runs Congress is another. Whether he calls himself a comedian or a political operator, the money and the guest list tell you which label fits best. Celebrities have always leaned into politics, but paying $25,000 to hear a joke is a pretty direct way to fund policy fights.

Money, Influence and the Working Class

Charges of representing the little guy do not match charging $25,000 a plate. This is an elite ecosystem where big donors get access and influence. Democrats who speak for working Americans while holding fundraiser events like this invite a credibility problem. The optics of Hollywood stars collecting giant checks for political causes are not lost on voters who pay taxes and worry about inflation, jobs, and public safety.

Public Reaction and Political Implications

Responses on social media underline the disconnect. Critics point out the irony when progressives attack wealth concentration but attend or host luxury fundraisers. Supporters will say big money is necessary to compete in modern campaigns. Both sides know these events move the needle. Heading into the midterms, Democrats will use funds like this to defend vulnerable seats and try to flip others. Voters should watch whether big donations translate into policies that actually help middle America.

But I thought he was just a bipartisan comedian with no political agenda? $25,000 a ticket? Party of the people! https://t.co/HAj1iEM3dj

— Link Lauren (@itslinklauren) February 18, 2026

I thought he is just a comedian.

Nothing says “fighting the oligarchy” like a $25K per plate political fundraiser 😂 https://t.co/c3BQ9uPGgz

— Faded Alpha 🫡💨 (@FadedAlpha_) February 18, 2026

But @BernieSanders and @AOC told us that maga are oligarchs. Hahahaha!! $25,000 PER ticket, party of the people. 🤡 https://t.co/DWBsgd9kWj

— seizetheday (@seizingtheopp) February 18, 2026

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