Ike Barinholtz Brands Nationwide Cyclosporiasis Outbreak "Trump Diarrhea" on Jimmy Kimmel Live
The outbreak has spread across 34 states and remains difficult to contain through standard sanitation methods.
Actor and comedian Ike Barinholtz coined the term "Trump diarrhea" while guest hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live, linking a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak spreading across 34 states to federal food safety policy changes under the Trump administration. The outbreak of the parasitic intestinal illness, which causes severe and prolonged diarrhea, has affected multiple states including California, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ceased tracking the responsible parasite during the previous administration.
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Barinholtz, known for his work on The Mindy Project and The Afterparty, delivered the joke during his opening monologue while serving as guest host for the third consecutive night. The 49-year-old comedian noted that the outbreak "has now spread to 34 states including right here in California" and characterized the situation as "hard to contain." In his remarks, Barinholtz stated that he "wanted to give the president the credit he deserves," before introducing his rebranding of the parasite.
The Cyclosporiasis Outbreak and Food Safety Concerns
Cyclosporiasis, caused by the single-celled parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, is typically transmitted through contaminated food or water. The parasite resists common household disinfectants including bleach and vinegar, and requires cooking temperatures exceeding 158 degrees Fahrenheit to eliminate. Outbreaks in the United States are almost universally linked to inadequate sanitation at agricultural facilities or food processing operations, where workers sometimes lack access to proper bathroom and handwashing facilities. Contaminated fresh produce such as lettuce, raspberries, spinach, and cilantro have been identified as sources in past incidents, along with contaminated irrigation water.
The current outbreak represents one of the most severe documented cyclosporiasis events in American history. Taco Bell locations are currently under investigation in connection with possible cases of the parasite. The Jimmy Kimmel Live segment, while presented as comedy, touched on substantive questions about the reduction of government oversight during the preceding administration, though the show offered no evidence directly linking Trump to the outbreak itself.
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