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Trump Lashes Out at Seth Meyers on Late-Night TV
In a recent outburst, President Donald Trump has directed another scathing attack towards a late-night TV show host. This time, he's targeting Seth Meyers of NBC's Late Night with Seth Meyers. Trump's criticism is the latest in a long line of insults aimed at various entertainment personalities who have dared to criticize or disagree with him.
A History of Criticism
Trump's disdain for late-night TV hosts began shortly after his presidency. He has frequently attacked show hosts, including Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, and Trevor Noah, for their perceived bias against him. Trump views these hosts as enemies, who are determined to undermine his credibility and undermine his vision for America.
Seth Meyers: The Latest Target
In the latest salvo, Trump took aim at Seth Meyers, a comedian and writer who has been hosting Late Night with Seth Meyers since 2014. Meyers is known for his witty commentary on current events, politics, and popular culture.
According to Trump, Meyers is "the least talented person" to perform live on television. This declaration comes after Meyers repeatedly criticized Trump's policies and behavior during his presidency. Meyers has tackled topics such as Trump's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, his response to social justice movements, and his infamous tweets.
Trump's Reaction
Trump took to Twitter to express his outrage at Meyers' perceived attacks on him. "Seth Meyers is a total disaster, the least talented person I've ever seen on TV," he tweeted. "FAKE NEWS saying otherwise!"
In another tweet, Trump claimed that Meyers was "too weak" and "not tough enough" to criticize him directly. This statement is likely a reference to Meyers' repeated criticisms of Trump's policies and behavior.
The Impact on Late-Night TV
Trump's attacks on late-night TV hosts have had a significant impact on the industry. Many show hosts have been forced to tread carefully when discussing Trump or his policies, fearing that they will be subject to a Trump attack. This has led to a more sanitized and polite discourse on these shows.
However, some late-night TV hosts have pushed back against Trump's criticism. For example, Trevor Noah of The Daily Show has repeatedly criticized Trump's policies and behavior, using his show as a platform to speak truth to power.
Conclusion
Trump's attacks on Seth Meyers and other late-night TV hosts are just the latest in a long line of insults aimed at those who have dared to criticize him. While these shows provide an important platform for commentary and discussion, they also face significant challenges in speaking out against Trump's policies and behavior.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, it remains to be seen whether Trump will continue to attack late-night TV hosts for their perceived bias or attacks on him. One thing is certain: the late-night TV landscape has become increasingly polarized, with show hosts walking a fine line between criticism of Trump's policies and avoiding a Twitter attack from the President.
Timeline of Trump's Attacks
- March 2017: Trump attacks Jimmy Fallon over his handling of his hair during their meeting.
- April 2017: Trump criticizes Stephen Colbert over his mocking of him on The Late Show.
- June 2018: Trump takes aim at Trevor Noah over his criticism of him on The Daily Show.
- July 2020: Trump attacks Seth Meyers over his criticism of him and his policies.
- January 2022: Trump continues to criticize late-night TV hosts, including Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon.
Key Players
- Seth Meyers: Host of Late Night with Seth Meyers and a frequent critic of Trump's policies and behavior.
- Donald Trump: The 45th President of the United States and the subject of much criticism from late-night TV hosts.
- Jimmy Fallon: A comedian and host of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, who has been criticized by Trump for his handling of his hair during their meeting.
Media Coverage
- The New York Times: Has covered many of Trump's attacks on late-night TV hosts, including Seth Meyers.
- CNN: Has reported on the impact of Trump's attacks on late-night TV shows and their hosts.
- NBC News: Has provided coverage of the controversy surrounding Trump's criticism of late-night TV hosts.