Jimmy Kimmel said he obtained Italian citizenship in a move seemingly motivated by the United States' current political climate under President Donald Trump.

The late-night host revealed the news during an appearance on comedian Sarah Silverman's podcast, "The Sarah Silverman Podcast," on Aug. 7.

"A lot of people I know are thinking about where they can get citizenship," Silverman said.

Kimmel replied, "I did get Italian citizenship." 'The personal is political': Rosie O'Donnell moves to Ireland amid Trump presidency Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

The "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" host has long been an adversary of the president's policies . Trump, for his part, has openly criticized Kimmel's career over the years.

USA TODAY has reached out to Kimmel's r

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