Late-night hosts discussed Elon Musk’s recent remarks about Jimmy Kimmel, the future of the Democratic party, and TGI Fridays filing for bankruptcy.
Jimmy Kimmel
Jimmy Kimmel shared his thoughts on the election results, joking about the long wait before Trump’s term begins. He also addressed Musk’s comments calling him a “propaganda puppet”. Kimmel fired back at Musk, highlighting his support for Trump and his ownership of a social media platform.
Kimmel reminded viewers of Trump’s previous statements about Musk before receiving financial support from him. The late-night host mocked Trump’s relationship with Musk and their recent alliance.
Seth Meyers
Seth Meyers discussed the justice department’s handling of legal cases against Trump post-presidency. He criticized the system that seems to protect presidents from legal consequences. Meyers also touched on Democrats’ internal conflicts and the blame game following the election.
Meyers defended Kamala Harris against claims of being too far left, citing her mainstream campaign strategies. He emphasized the importance of improving people’s lives and taking credit for it as a key lesson for Democrats moving forward.
Stephen Colbert
Stephen Colbert humorously mourned the potential closure of TGI Fridays due to bankruptcy. He joked about the irony of the restaurant facing financial trouble if customers redeem their gift cards. Colbert also touched on the uncertainty surrounding Trump’s future team members, including the eccentric Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Colbert highlighted Kennedy’s bizarre behavior during his campaign, including strange anecdotes and questionable actions. He expressed concern over the possibility of Kennedy being involved in healthcare decisions under Trump’s administration.