Late Night Comedy Reacts to Trump’s NBC Interview Exit

The Late Night Roundup offers a glimpse into the comedic highlights from the previous night, allowing viewers a light-hearted recap. Recently, late-night hosts turned their attention to President Trump’s abrupt departure from an interview with NBC’s ‘Meet the Press’.

Trump’s “Worst Nightmare”

During the interview, host Kristen Welker questioned Trump’s claims about the 2020 presidential election and a California vote being rigged. Jon Stewart described the situation as President Trump’s ‘worst nightmare: a woman who won’t stop asking pertinent questions’.

Stewart humorously depicted Trump’s walkout as ‘the hissy-fit of an incredibly fragile man-baby’ unable to handle tough questions from someone outside his usual circle of supporters.

‘President Trump stormed out of an interview over the weekend with ‘Meet the Press’ after host Kristen Welker disputed his claim that the 2020 election was rigged. Though I’m not sure you can call this a storm. That’s more like a slow-moving fog bank.’ — SETH MEYERS

Late-night hosts also took turns poking fun at Trump’s history with women and his reaction to tougher questions, providing humor mixed with critique.

‘This is why he mostly dated women who don’t speak English.’ — JIMMY KIMMEL

‘I guess he doesn’t like it when the questions are a little harder than, “Is this a camel?”’ — SETH MEYERS

‘That’s right, President Trump stormed out of an interview with “Meet the Press” and told host Kristen Welker, “Let’s call it quits because I’ve had enough. Thank you, darling.” Wow, usually he only says that to his wives.’ — SETH MEYERS

The Punchiest Punchlines (Knicks Game 3 Edition)

The comedy did not stop at the interview exit. Late-night hosts also commented on President Trump’s attendance at an NBA Finals game, bringing humor to the added security measures and his priorities in personal engagements.

‘Ahead of President Trump attending tonight’s N.B.A. Finals game, N.B.A. Commissioner Adam Silver said that there would be extra security procedures but added, “I think fans are very understanding of that.” Oh, sure. If there’s one thing New York sports fans are known for it’s their patience and civility.’ — SETH MEYERS

‘Many New York celebrities were in attendance tonight, including our president who was too busy with the war to go to his son’s wedding, but had no problem carving out time to swallow nachos at the Knicks game tonight.’ — JIMMY KIMMEL

‘What a knife twist. I bet when Don Jr. was little, Trump would play catch with the neighbor’s kid.’ — SETH MEYERS

‘President Trump is set to attend Game 3 of the N.B.A. Finals tonight at Madison Square Garden. Officials warned fans that there will be a “T.S.A.-style” screening procedure. And get there early so you might make in time to get to your seat for Game 4.’ — SETH MEYERS

‘Trump was going to sit courtside, but officials were afraid the players would start dribbling his head.’ — JIMMY FALLON

‘Honestly, it was kind of adorable seeing Trump there with Marco Rubio sitting on top of his shoulders.’ — JIMMY FALLON