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Late-Night Hosts Theorize Why Trump Targets Kimmel Over Others
politics17 days ago

Late-Night Hosts Theorize Why Trump Targets Kimmel Over Others

Seth Meyers and John Oliver appeared on Jimmy Kimmel's show to discuss why the president frequently targets Kimmel but rarely attacks them. They suggested Trump views them as unimportant 'dorks' and may be obsessed with Kimmel's celebrity status. The hosts also noted that Kimmel's earlier broadcast slot likely keeps him within the president's viewing habits, whereas later shows may air after his bedtime.

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Xi Visit as Focus on Optics Overshadows Policy
politics24 days ago

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Xi Visit as Focus on Optics Overshadows Policy

Late-night hosts mocked President Trump’s focus on personal rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his state visit, highlighting a lack of policy breakthroughs. Seth Meyers criticized Trump’s emphasis on physical compliments and red-carpet displays over diplomatic substance. Jimmy Kimmel compared the White House tour to a child showing off toys, while other hosts joked about the gift of pandas and the lavish state dinner.

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Secret Plane Swap and Press Safety Failures
politics2 months ago

Late-Night Hosts Mock Trump’s Secret Plane Swap and Press Safety Failures

Late-night comedians Seth Meyers and John Oliver have mocked President Donald Trump for secretly abandoning journalists and staff on Air Force One during a flight from Turkey. The incident, which involved a catering truck decoy amid an Iranian threat, has sparked debate over press safety and the future of the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

John Oliver Returns, Joking About Mitch McConnell’s Health Mystery
entertainment2 months ago

John Oliver Returns, Joking About Mitch McConnell’s Health Mystery

John Oliver returns to Last Week Tonight and immediately questions Mitch McConnell’s status, joking that the longtime senator may be dead as questions about his health linger after a June hospitalization; the piece highlights the controversial proof‑of‑life photo and ongoing transparency concerns about McConnell’s team, with Seth Meyers weighing in on the image.

Meyers Spins Ghosts Theory for Trump's World Cup Booing
entertainment3 months ago

Meyers Spins Ghosts Theory for Trump's World Cup Booing

Seth Meyers offers a tongue‑in‑cheek explanation for Donald Trump’s World Cup boos, joking that the crowd isn’t booing the president but being haunted by ghosts—with a quip that Mitch McConnell might be saying hello. The piece also notes Trump’s awkward trophy ceremony at MetLife Stadium and the hot‑mic reactions that circulated online.

Meyers skewers Trump 2.0's magnet obsession and the politics of distraction
politics3 months ago

Meyers skewers Trump 2.0's magnet obsession and the politics of distraction

Seth Meyers uses Late Night to mock Donald Trump’s 2.0 presidency, highlighting his fixation on magnets, aircraft carriers and other odd obsessions while juxtaposing them with stubborn inflation, rising costs and ongoing global flashpoints. The segment also references Trump’s promises on fuel and groceries, RFK Jr.’s controversial comments on sperm counts, a teleprompter operator profiting from Trump speeches, and a costly, unresolved deal with Iran, ultimately concluding that Americans just want affordable living amid a steady stream of scandals and distractions.