In a recent episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” host Stephen Colbert kicked off the show by announcing the Pope Francis‘ groundbreaking decision to allow priests to bless same-sex relationships. The audience erupted in applause, celebrating the pope’s progressive stance. Colbert then proceeded to discuss Donald Trump‘s disturbing comments about immigration during a rally in New Hampshire. Trump claimed that immigrants were “poisoning the blood of our country,” a statement that drew boos from the crowd. Colbert astutely pointed out that the term “blood poisoning” was previously used by Hitler in his manifesto, “Mein Kampf,” which understandably caused outrage.
Despite the controversy surrounding Trump’s comments, Senator Lindsey Graham defended him, stating that the language used by leaders doesn’t matter. Colbert humorously quipped about the importance of language, referencing the Constitution’s famous opening with a comical rendition. He also highlighted the fact that several politicians from New York, including Trump, have made authoritarian remarks.
Switching gears to Rudy Giuliani, Colbert discussed the recent ruling against him in a defamation lawsuit. Giuliani was ordered to pay $148 million to two Georgia election workers, significantly more than the $43 million they originally sought. However, it remains uncertain if Giuliani will be able to pay the full amount, given his unknown net worth and reported lack of assets.
The conversation then turned to Taylor Swift, whose boyfriend, Travis Kelce, played a game against the New England Patriots. Cameras caught Swift appearing upset on the sidelines when a pass interference call against Kelce was not made. Colbert humorously speculated that she may have been upset about forgetting her midgame treat, “the fudge,” as Swift has a known love for fudge. Colbert playfully announced that “The Late Show” has dedicated a writer to cover Taylor Swift full-time, introducing Glenn Eichler as their official Swift reporter.
In other news, it was revealed that a Senate staffer was caught having sex and filming it in a hearing room where Supreme Court nominees are grilled by senators. Colbert jokingly remarked that this incident gives a whole new meaning to the word “staffer.” He even suggested an update to the classic “Schoolhouse Rock” song, imagining a raunchy version about being “railed on Capitol Hill.”
Colbert wrapped up the segment by teasing the upcoming guests on the show, including “Saturday Night Live” star Kenan Thompson and a performance by Olivia Rodrigo. He then invited viewers to join him and his co-host, Evie, for a discussion about first drafts of holiday cards.
Overall, this episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” provided a mix of humor, political commentary, and pop culture updates, ensuring an entertaining and lively experience for viewers.
