Trump Criticizes Late Night TV Hosts During Rally
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Former President Donald Trump took aim at late night television hosts during a rally in Pennsylvania for his presidential campaign. Trump criticized Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Kimmel, claiming that their shows are "all dying" and referred to them as "so bad." The ex-president's comments come as these late-night hosts often make jokes at his expense on their programs.
During the rally, Trump specifically targeted Jimmy Fallon, dismissing him as "not very funny" after playing a clip from Kamala Harris' 2020 appearance on "The Tonight Show." Trump then praised Fox News' Greg Gutfeld, stating that the late-night hosts were being outperformed by him. He also made a remark about the late Johnny Carson, suggesting that the current hosts pale in comparison to him, sparking reactions on social media.
Trump's criticism of the late-night hosts has not gone unnoticed, with reactions pouring in from various quarters. Joy Behar of "The View" jokingly suggested summoning Carson through a seance in response to Trump's comments. Behar emphasized the significance of comedians in reflecting the spirit of the times, a sentiment shared by many who see late-night hosts as today's philosophers in a way.
The former president's feud with Jimmy Kimmel was also highlighted, with the two engaging in a war of words over the years. Kimmel had mocked Trump during the Oscars, prompting a response from the ex-president, who labeled Kimmel a "lousy host" and questioned his show's ratings. Nonetheless, Kimmel expressed delight at Trump's reactions, indicating that it only added to his enjoyment. The ongoing clash between Trump and the late-night hosts underscores the often contentious relationship between political figures and entertainers.