Late-night TV just got a whole lot more heated, and it’s all thanks to a war of words between President Trump and comedian Seth Meyers. But here’s where it gets controversial: Trump took to Truth Social to slam Meyers as 'deranged' and 'untalented' after the comedian joked about the president’s bizarre obsession with aircraft carrier catapults. Yes, you read that right—catapults. And this is the part most people miss: Meyers didn’t just brush it off. During his first show of the week on NBC, he fired back with a mix of humor and sharp wit, invoking the New Yorker’s creed: 'When someone is ranting and raving about you, ignore them. Chances are they’ll just move on to something else.' But Meyers couldn’t resist one jab: 'You can call me untalented, you can call me deranged, but I’m not the one talking endlessly about catapults on aircraft carriers!'
This isn’t the first time Trump has gone after late-night hosts. Meyers joins a growing list of comedians, including Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel, who’ve faced the president’s wrath. Here’s the bold question: Is Trump’s criticism of late-night comedy a genuine grievance, or a calculated move to silence voices he disagrees with? After all, his administration has been turning up the heat on major broadcast networks, accusing them of unfair coverage. But let’s not forget—comedy has always been a tool to challenge power. Meyers, for one, isn’t backing down. He’s not just defending himself; he’s standing up for fellow comics who’ve faced cancellation, like Colbert and Kimmel. When CBS announced the end of The Late Show next May, Meyers didn’t hesitate to denounce the settlement between Paramount and the Trump administration. And when Kimmel was briefly suspended for comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Meyers was quick to defend him.
But here’s the real kicker: Is Trump’s focus on late-night comedy a distraction from bigger issues, or a genuine attempt to reshape the media landscape? And what does it say about the state of free speech when comedians become political targets? Meyers’ response isn’t just a witty retort—it’s a reminder of the power of humor in the face of criticism. So, what do you think? Is Trump’s attack on Meyers justified, or is this just another chapter in the ongoing battle between politics and comedy? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments!
