Trump Allegedly Involved in Colbert Show’s Cancellation

Longtime reporter Bill Carter recently claimed on “MS Now’s The Weekend” that President Donald Trump was “personally involved” in the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show. This claim arises from Trump’s reaction to the series finale.

An AI-generated video posted on Trump’s official account featured Trump throwing Colbert into a dumpster while dancing to “Y.M.C.A.”, suggesting a personal touch.

The idea that he throws a man in the dumpster at the end of it indicates that he was personally involved.

Carter referenced this video during his commentary. The series finale of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” aired on May 21. Carter, who authored “The Late Shift,” discussed Trump’s alleged feud with Colbert as a potential reason for the show’s end.

Citing an alleged government push against critics like Colbert, Carter argued this contradicts American values.

A statement to Fox News Digital mentioned Carter’s view that this was not an isolated incident, suggesting ongoing consequences. Trump previously shared the controversial AI-generated video following Colbert’s final show.

Accusing CBS of yielding to the administration, Carter expressed disbelief that the cancellation was financial:

When CBS capitulated in the lawsuit that Trump filed against ‘60 Minutes,’ it signaled a retreat from independent journalism.

Carter questioned CBS’s decision, criticizing the network for removing Colbert instead of hiring a new host who would continue criticism of Trump.

The White House offered no immediate comment on the situation. CBS stated financial reasons for canceling the show, which faced $40 million yearly losses per reports.

Colbert’s frequent targeting of Trump included 3,639 jokes from January to the show’s conclusion, as reported by the Media Research Center.

Fox News Digital reached out for further clarification, highlighting Carter’s allegations against Trump. The final episode’s airing and subsequent reactions have drawn significant attention.