The gloves are off! Seth Meyers isn't backing down from his feud with former President Donald Trump. In a recent episode of Late Night with Seth Meyers, the comedian fired back at Trump's social media jabs, offering a witty and pointed response to the former president's criticisms. But this isn't just about insults; it's a window into a much larger debate about political discourse and the role of late-night television.
During his show on Monday, November 3rd, Meyers addressed Trump's online comments, where he was called everything from "deranged" to "the least talented person to 'perform' live in the history of television." Trump's remarks, posted on November 1st, also included the claim that Meyers' constant criticism of him was "probably illegal." Meyers, in his signature style, didn't shy away from the confrontation. He directly addressed Trump's attacks, highlighting the absurdity of the situation. Meyers, aged 51, didn't let the 79-year-old Trump's comments slide.
However, Meyers didn't stop at personal attacks. He shifted the focus to what he believes are more pressing issues. "Now, the president is jeopardizing food assistance for tens of millions of Americans matters," Meyers stated, contrasting this with Trump's focus on personal grievances.
But here's where it gets controversial... Meyers pointed out that while Trump was busy making personal attacks, the real issues, like the government shutdown and its impact on vital programs, were being ignored. He cleverly used Trump's own words against him, highlighting the former president's obsession with trivial details, like the type of catapults used on aircraft carriers. This is a clear example of how political opponents can use humor to undermine their opponents.
And this is the part most people miss... This isn't the first time Trump has targeted Meyers. Back in August, when NBC renewed Meyers' contract, Trump criticized his ratings and talent, calling him "an insecure child." Meyers' response? A simple acknowledgement of Trump's First Amendment rights.
Controversy alert: The article also touches on a separate incident involving Jimmy Kimmel, who faced criticism for comments about the "MAGA gang." This led to a temporary suspension of Kimmel's show, sparking a larger conversation about free speech in late-night television. Other hosts like Jon Stewart, Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, and David Letterman, all rallied to Kimmel's defense.
Meyers cleverly pointed out the irony of the situation, saying, "You make us talk about what you're talking about, and then we all sound crazy." He then shifted the focus back to the government shutdown and the critical issue of food assistance, which lapsed on November 1st for the first time in 60 years. Over 42 million people in over 22 million households relied on these SNAP benefits in fiscal year 2025, which is approximately 12% of the 342 million people in the United States.
Meyers concluded by highlighting the contrast between Trump's priorities and the struggles of working families, stating, "Working families are struggling while you renovate your bathroom and you build your ballroom."
What do you think? Does Meyers have a point about the importance of focusing on critical issues? Do you agree with his approach to dealing with Trump's criticisms? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
