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Colbert Slams Trump for Economic Disconnect and Absurdity

11/13/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced criticism from Stephen Colbert, Late Show host, for neglecting Americans' economic issues.
Colbert called him an "old nepo billionaire" disconnected from struggles, citing 1951-high dissatisfaction survey.
Colbert mocked Trump's cheaper Thanksgiving basket, noting it had fewer items than last year.
Colbert ridiculed a proposed 50-year mortgage plan, suggesting higher total interest payments.
He closed with a humorous fake ad for the plan to underscore absurdity.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump faced criticism from Stephen Colbert, Late Show host, for neglecting Americans' economic issues.
Colbert called him an "old nepo billionaire" disconnected from struggles, citing 1951-high dissatisfaction survey.
Colbert mocked Trump's cheaper Thanksgiving basket, noting it had fewer items than last year.
Colbert ridiculed a proposed 50-year mortgage plan, suggesting higher total interest payments.
He closed with a humorous fake ad for the plan to underscore absurdity.