Late Night Hosts Address Cyber Monday Deals, Controversial Congresswoman, and Sexual Assault Lawsuits in New York

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28/11/2023 19h43

Late night television was filled with witty remarks and satirical commentary on Monday night as several talk show hosts took the stage. With Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert absent, Jimmy Kimmel was the only network host to deliver a monologue following the Thanksgiving holiday.

Kimmel kicked off the show by humorously acknowledging Cyber Monday, jokingly referring to it as a holiday for "those who lack the combat training to shop on Black Friday." He highlighted the ease of online shopping for today's kids, mentioning how just a decade ago, parents had to brave midnight crowds and engage in intense battles for sought-after items like a new PlayStation.

The late-night host then turned his attention to Marjorie Taylor Greene, a controversial figure known for far-right ideologies and conspiracy theories. Greene, who is taking a break from burning books, recently challenged Kimmel after he mocked her debut book, MTG, on his show. In response, Kimmel poked fun at Greene's request to be a guest on his show, humorously remarking that she had previously called the police on him for a joke.

Another congressional news item discussed by Kimmel revolved around the potential removal of New York representative George Santos from Congress. An ethics investigation found that Santos had misused campaign funds in various ways. Kimmel joked about the situation, suggesting Congress would skip the vote and proceed directly to removing Santos, likening it to performing the Heimlich maneuver.

As the late-night show continued, Kimmel mentioned legislations related to sexual assault lawsuits in New York. The state's Adult Survivors Act, which temporarily lifted the statute of limitations on civil suits for sexual assault, expired on Friday. Kimmel's guest host for The Daily Show, Michelle Wolf, discussed the wave of lawsuits filed before the deadline, against notable figures like Eric Adams, Jamie Foxx, Axl Rose, and Sean "Diddy" Combs. Combs denied the allegations and settled within a day.

Wolf raised questions about the limitations faced by rape victims, expressing her concern over the deadline for justice, which coincided with Thanksgiving. She drew a satirical parallel between the situation and a Black Friday email, urging victims to act quickly and secure justice for the worst day of their lives.

Late-night television proved once again to be a platform for humor, commentary, and social critique. The hosts used their comedic skills to shed light on various subjects, engaging their audiences and sparking conversations.

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