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Colbert Calls Out Musk: 'Sad, Lonely Boy' in Power

2/6/2025

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On "The Late Show," Stephen Colbert took aim at Elon Musk, branding him a "sad, lonely boy" wielding too much power in U.S. government matters. Colbert's sharp wit questioned Musk's legal standing and mocked his support team, spotlighting the troubling intersection of Musk's influence and government efficiency efforts with Donald Trump. Late-night hosts are ramping up their critiques as tensions rise.

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On "The Late Show," Stephen Colbert took aim at Elon Musk, branding him a "sad, lonely boy" wielding too much power in U.S. government matters. Colbert's sharp wit questioned Musk's legal standing and mocked his support team, spotlighting the troubling intersection of Musk's influence and government efficiency efforts with Donald Trump. Late-night hosts are ramping up their critiques as tensions rise.