In a recent episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the host addressed the ongoing legal issues surrounding former President Donald Trump. Colbert began by highlighting the multiple criminal trials Trump is currently facing, both in New York and Georgia.
Colbert humorously noted that he had to watch the proceedings from a Buffalo Wild Wings, equipped with multiple TVs to keep up with all the action. He quipped, “Justice delayed is punchlines denied.”
The talk show host then made a passionate plea, calling it a “public service announcement.” He emphasized that it’s not normal for a presidential candidate to have to defend himself in multiple courts. Colbert stressed that in all seven of Trump’s cases, no one doubts that he committed the alleged offenses.
Despite the seriousness of the cases, Colbert humorously compared Trump to an old horse with hoof and mouth disease, quoting “horse Hitler.” He emphasized that at least one case doesn’t look good for Trump, referring to the upcoming trial in New York where he faces 34 counts of falsification of business records over the hush money payment to Stormy Daniels.
Colbert mentioned that Trump’s lawyers unsuccessfully attempted to delay the trial, but the judge announced that it would proceed. He humorously imagined the judge having to come to court with a spray bottle to control Trump’s lawyers’ behavior.
Moving on to the Atlanta trial, Colbert discussed the allegations surrounding Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Trump is charged with attempting to overturn the 2020 Georgia election. The hearing focused on whether to disqualify Willis due to her romantic relationship with a member of her team, special prosecutor Nathan Wade.
Colbert playfully questioned how Willis and Wade managed their relationship in the workplace, jokingly asking if they signed a non-disclosure agreement together. He also quipped about Willis allegedly profiting personally from using the money to go on expensive vacations, including cruises in the Bahamas.
The Late Show host highlighted that a former colleague testified that Willis and Wade’s relationship began right after they met in 2019. Colbert lightheartedly commented that exchanging business cards isn’t the typical way couples meet.
While the details of the allegations remain unclear, Colbert pointed out that personal relationships shouldn’t impact the facts of the case. He quoted the legal precedent set in the TV show “Suits” where lawyers are allowed to have relationships.
Colbert ended the segment by jokingly asking if the alleged affair was good enough to risk democracy over. He sarcastically remarked that he had never experienced such mind-blowing sex.
Shifting gears, Colbert tackled Trump’s recent mix-ups during his speeches, including confusing Obama with Biden and mixing up names like Nikki Haley and Nancy Pelosi. Colbert humorously questioned Trump’s mental competency and mocked his stream-of-consciousness style.
Colbert also commented on Trump’s claim that America is no longer respected on the world stage. He humorously compared it to an Aretha Franklin song, jokingly singing the letters “R-S-P-E-C-T.”
While the article’s primary focus is on Colbert’s commentary and humor, it highlights the legal troubles that Trump currently faces. The Late Show episode provided entertainment while shedding light on the gravity of the situation.
