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David Letterman Slams Trump, Defends Late-Night Hosts

12/2/2025

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David Letterman, former late-night host, intensified criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump and defended Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers against calls to cancel their shows.
He condemned the administration as authoritarian and fraudulent by calling Trump's conduct "18 times the worst behavior one has witnessed ever anywhere."
The remarks gained traction online.
Letterman’s stance marks a shift from hosting Trump, reflecting celebrity discontent toward his actions.

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David Letterman, former late-night host, intensified criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump and defended Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers against calls to cancel their shows.
He condemned the administration as authoritarian and fraudulent by calling Trump's conduct "18 times the worst behavior one has witnessed ever anywhere."
The remarks gained traction online.
Letterman’s stance marks a shift from hosting Trump, reflecting celebrity discontent toward his actions.