Trump's Reaction to Colbert's Interview

In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump took to social media Tuesday night to express his dismay over an interview featuring 'Late Show' host Stephen Colbert on PBS. The interview, which highlighted Colbert and his wife Evie's new cookbook along with personal anecdotes, seemed to strike a nerve with Trump, who declared his disdain for the late-night host.

Trump's Disdain for Late-Night Television

On his Truth Social account, Trump lashed out, questioning, 'Why would they be wasting time and the public’s money on this complete and total loser?' He went on to criticize Colbert, calling him 'not funny,' 'VERY BORING,' and claimed that his show is suffering from a 'complete lack of viewers.' Trump proposed that CBS should fire Colbert and replace him with 'almost anyone' for a fraction of the cost, even boasting that he knows individuals who would take on the role for free.

A Pattern of Attacks

This outburst marks the second consecutive night Trump has targeted late-night television personalities. Just days before, he had taken jabs at Colbert along with Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon during a rally in Pennsylvania, citing moments from their shows that he found particularly irritating—one dating back eight years and another from the Oscars earlier this year.

Colbert's Response

Colbert briefly addressed Trump during his PBS interview when asked if he would consider having the former president as a guest on 'The Late Show.' Colbert responded candidly, stating, 'I’ve had him before and he was kinda boring,' suggesting that only 'honest agents of their own ideas' should appear on his show.

Continued Conflict

This isn’t the first time Trump has shown a fixation with late-night comedians. During his presidency, he famously attempted to have Kimmel censored, showcasing a long-standing animosity toward the genre.

Looking Ahead

As Trump continues his campaign for the presidency, his contentious relationship with late-night hosts seems poised to bring more dramatic moments to an already heated political landscape. Stay tuned as this saga unfolds, and see how late-night television continues to influence political discourse!