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Late-Night Hosts Roast Trump Amid Media Fundraising Push

11/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump targeted Seth Meyers and Jimmy Kimmel, late-night hosts, prompting them to respond with jokes about his reactions.
Comedians Stephen Colbert (late-night host) and Jon Stewart (comedian) reference the president's antics as they compete for laughs.
John Oliver's Last Week Tonight addressed public media budget cuts and urged donations to Public Media Bridge Fund, auctioning props.
Overall, late-night hosts maintain their dual role as entertainers and critics.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump targeted Seth Meyers and Jimmy Kimmel, late-night hosts, prompting them to respond with jokes about his reactions.
Comedians Stephen Colbert (late-night host) and Jon Stewart (comedian) reference the president's antics as they compete for laughs.
John Oliver's Last Week Tonight addressed public media budget cuts and urged donations to Public Media Bridge Fund, auctioning props.
Overall, late-night hosts maintain their dual role as entertainers and critics.