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Colbert's Cancellation Sparks Controversy Over Political Motives
8/20/2025
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- CBS will not celebrate Stephen Colbert's 10th anniversary on September 8, coinciding with the show's cancellation.
- Critics note that anniversary specials are typically a late-night television tradition.
- Senators Warren and Schiff imply Colbert's firing may be politically motivated due to his criticism of CBS's owner, Paramount.
- CBS has not addressed the allegations of political influence related to the cancellation.
