Late-night hosts have been vocal in their support for Kamala Harris and have discussed the repercussions for the Trump campaign following a racist joke about Puerto Rico made at his Madison Square Garden rally.
Jimmy Kimmel
Jimmy Kimmel used his 19-minute monologue on Tuesday to address Republicans. He acknowledged the division in the country, attributing it not only to Donald Trump but also to people like himself who engage in mocking and belittling. Kimmel admitted his bias against Trump but emphasized that he has valid reasons for it. He urged open-minded voters to consider his perspective, highlighting Trump’s lack of concrete plans and his tendency to skirt around important issues.
Kimmel criticized Trump’s focus on trivial matters like windmills and selling branded products, questioning why this behavior doesn’t raise concerns among his supporters. He pointed out Trump’s failure to address pressing issues like healthcare and border protection, emphasizing that the upcoming election is more about sanity, security, and democracy rather than just policy.
Expressing concern over the current state of American politics, Kimmel highlighted the importance of moving beyond simply trying to anger those with differing views. He stressed the need for unity and a more constructive approach to addressing the country’s challenges.
Stephen Colbert
Stephen Colbert, on The Late Show, discussed the aftermath of Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden, particularly focusing on a controversial joke made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe about Puerto Rico. Colbert humorously compared the situation to a historical event that had unintended consequences.
Colbert criticized Trump for failing to take responsibility for the offensive joke, highlighting the lack of accountability in his response. He also poked fun at Trump’s attempt at damage control by sharing a video of a Cuban band expressing support for him.
Seth Meyers
Seth Meyers, on Late Night, provided a satirical take on recent events, including Trump’s comments at the Madison Square Garden rally and JD Vance’s remarks about Vladimir Putin. He also joked about Joe Biden’s statement regarding Elon Musk and Eric Adams’ denial of Trump being a fascist.
Meyers used humor to highlight the absurdity of certain political statements and actions, offering a comedic perspective on the current political landscape.