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tv-and-movies1 year ago

Late-Night Hosts Lampoon Trump's Cabinet as a 'Reality Show' of 'Goblins'

Jimmy Kimmel humorously criticized Donald Trump on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live,' likening his presidency to a reality show, comparing his cabinet picks to reality TV stars, and joking about potential alternative hosts like Jeff Probst and RuPaul. Kimmel mocked Trump's choices, including Matt Gaetz and RFK Jr., and suggested that Trump's presidency resembles a chaotic People's Choice Awards.

"Jon Stewart and Bill O'Reilly Reignite Feud on 'The Daily Show'"
television1 year ago

"Jon Stewart and Bill O'Reilly Reignite Feud on 'The Daily Show'"

Jon Stewart returned to "The Daily Show" for a special episode amid heightened security at the Republican National Convention following an attempt on Donald Trump's life. The highlight was Stewart's humorous and contentious interview with former Fox host Bill O'Reilly, who acknowledged their history of disagreements and attempted to criticize the Biden administration.

RFK Jr. Criticized and Mocked for Missing Debate Stage
television1 year ago

RFK Jr. Criticized and Mocked for Missing Debate Stage

Jimmy Kimmel humorously speculated on the upcoming first presidential debate between President Biden and former President Trump, doubting Trump's ability to stick to his game plan of not interrupting. Kimmel and other late-night hosts, including Seth Meyers and Jimmy Fallon, made jokes about the candidates' preparations and the potential for onstage mishaps.

"Jimmy Kimmel Observes 'Another Stormy Day' in 'The Orange People's Court'"
television1 year ago

"Jimmy Kimmel Observes 'Another Stormy Day' in 'The Orange People's Court'"

Jimmy Kimmel humorously comments on the ongoing jury selection for former President Donald Trump's criminal trial, joking about potential jurors being excused and Trump's lawyers wanting an older woman removed for stating "no one is above the law." Other late night hosts also poke fun at Trump's courtroom behavior, including falling asleep during proceedings.

"Jon Stewart Criticizes America's Support of Israel and Response to Global Conflicts"
entertainmentcomedy1 year ago

"Jon Stewart Criticizes America's Support of Israel and Response to Global Conflicts"

Jon Stewart criticizes US support of Israel in the Gaza conflict, highlighting the American government's reluctance to condemn Israel's actions and its double standards in international law. Meanwhile, late-night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel provide comedic takes on the solar eclipse and other news events.

"Trump's Defiance: Challenging Judges and Gag Orders"
television1 year ago

"Trump's Defiance: Challenging Judges and Gag Orders"

Late-night host Stephen Colbert chided former President Donald Trump for ignoring an expanded gag order that now includes a ban on attacking family members of the judge overseeing his criminal trial. Colbert humorously remarked that the order essentially means "think about Trump, then gag." Trump's recent attacks on the judge's daughter led to the expanded order, but he continued to defy it by launching another attack with photos. Meanwhile, Jimmy Kimmel also criticized Trump's actions and questioned the effectiveness of the legal consequences.

"Trump's Immunity: Stephen Colbert's Questions and Supreme Court Timing"
television2 years ago

"Trump's Immunity: Stephen Colbert's Questions and Supreme Court Timing"

Stephen Colbert pokes fun at the Supreme Court's unanimous ruling allowing Donald Trump to appear on all 2024 election ballots, joking that the justices were "shoving their gavels up the election." He quips about the absurdity of the decision and highlights the potential loopholes in disqualifying a candidate for insurrection. Other late-night hosts also mock the ruling, with Seth Meyers remarking that the Supreme Court remains the only place where Trump can win the popular vote.

"Nikki Haley's Loss to 'None of These Candidates' in Nevada GOP Primary Mocked on Late Night"
entertainment2 years ago

"Nikki Haley's Loss to 'None of These Candidates' in Nevada GOP Primary Mocked on Late Night"

Late night hosts mock Nikki Haley's poor performance in the Nevada presidential primary, where she received only 30% of the vote and lost to the option "None of these candidates." Stephen Colbert joked that Haley's campaign message of "Nobody's better than me" was agreed upon by Nevada voters, while Jimmy Kimmel quipped about people waiting in line to vote for "None of these candidates." The hosts also poked fun at Tucker Carlson's upcoming interview with Vladimir Putin.