In a recent Truth Social post, Donald Trump attacked Seth Meyers, calling him a “deranged lunatic” and questioning the legality of his commentary. The post was in response to Meyers’ mocking of Trump’s comments on steam-powered catapults during a visit to Japan. This attack on Meyers is part of a pattern of Trump targeting late-night hosts, including previous criticisms of Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, and Jimmy Kimmel.
David Letterman responded to Donald Trump’s recent attacks, particularly Trump’s comments about Letterman’s appearance. Letterman labeled Trump a “big tubby goofball” while discussing Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late-night television. Letterman critiqued Trump’s “lunatic behavior,” calling him a dictator and highlighting the “cowardice” he perceives in Trump’s attempts to influence late-night television. Letterman also emphasized Trump’s self-serving actions, asserting that Trump prioritizes his own interests above all else.
Despite the reported cancellation of *The Late Show*, Stephen Colbert made it clear he is not done with his criticisms of Donald Trump. During his Monday monologue, Colbert responded to Trump’s comments about his “firing,” using the platform to counter the claims and express his defiance. Colbert questioned the financial reasoning behind the show’s cancellation, given its high ratings, and playfully addressed speculation about Jimmy Kimmel’s future. The episode also featured appearances from fellow late-night hosts and support from prominent politicians, highlighting the show’s impact and the controversy surrounding its end.
John Q. Hosedrinker