On a recent episode of the talk show “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” host Stephen Colbert addressed the recent stock market drop and Trump’s policies. With his usual wit and humor, Colbert highlighted the impact of Trump’s tariffs on Wall Street, noting that even the usually unshakeable Wall Street is feeling exhausted in the first quarter. He also mentioned the negative growth in the current quarter, indicating that the GDP is shrinking at a faster pace than during the pandemic lockdown in Trump’s first term.
Colbert went on to discuss Trump’s erratic policies and the challenges they pose for investors. However, he introduced a sponsor for the show, Huxen Financial, an investment firm that promises to monitor every economic shift, providing stability for future financial planning. Colbert jokingly invited viewers to invest in the stock market, emphasizing its volatility but also its potential as a safe investment option.
Shifting gears, Colbert turned to Trump’s plan for reforming the government, specifically his executive order targeting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Federal agencies have now flagged hundreds of words to limit or avoid, including predictable phrases like multiculturalism and gender identity, as well as common words like barriers, sex, and women. Colbert humorously remarked on the absurdity of some of the words being flagged, showcasing the seemingly illogical decision-making process behind this censorship.
Leading on from this, Colbert pointed out that Trump’s thin-skinned nature is not limited to government policies but also extends to international matters. He mentioned Trump’s reaction to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson‘s invitation to King Charles for a second state visit, suggesting that Trump was jealous of the attention other leaders receive.
In a surprising turn, Colbert revealed that King Charles is set to debut a radio show on Apple Music, evoking the image of King Arthur starting his podcast by pulling a Bluetooth-enabled microphone from the stone. To promote his new show, King Charles released a curated playlist featuring songs like “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé and “Haven’t Met You Yet” by Michael Bublé. Comparatively, Prince William‘s playlist only contains one song. Colbert humorously imagined the reason for this imbalance, joking about Prince William‘s lack of musical taste.
Colbert concluded his monologue by teasing the upcoming guests for the show, K Blan and Trell Tman, and inviting viewers to join him in the entertainment-filled evening.
In summary, Colbert’s monologue on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” delivered a humorous take on Trump’s impact on the stock market, his government policies, and his reactions to international events. Colbert’s sharp wit and lively delivery made for an entertaining and engaging segment on the chat show.
