Late-night host Jimmy Fallon took aim at former President Donald Trump on Monday, humorously addressing the rising cost of holiday decorations—a problem Fallon suggested was exacerbated by Trump's own tariffs.
Fallon's Spoof Merchandise Ad
During his monologue on The Tonight Show, Fallon aired a fake commercial promoting a new line of Trump-themed holiday merchandise. The segment was a direct satire of the economic pressures facing consumers.
One of the featured items was the "Trump's Yule Log," which Fallon, while impersonating the former president, claimed was "made entirely of pure, American oak and the Epstein files." He added a pointed jab, assuring viewers, "It's definitely a real log and not flight logs."
Targeted Jabs and Political Context
The comedy bit extended to other products, including a dig at Trump's handling of government documents. "And for my Jewish friends," Fallon continued in character, "we've got Hanukkah candles that definitely aren't rolled-up emails."
These jokes landed just as Trump performed what Fallon described as "a major reversal." The former president had recently called on House Republicans to release files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who was once a close associate of Trump.
The segment cleverly tied together ongoing political controversies with the seasonal struggle of affording holiday decor, creating a moment of sharp political comedy for the show's audience.
