In a recent episode of his show, Late Night host Seth Meyers delivered a sharp comedic critique of a viral video involving former President Donald Trump. The footage, which surfaced from Trump's visit to a Ford manufacturing plant, captured the former president making an obscene gesture and mouthing a profanity towards a heckling autoworker.
Meyers' Monologue Mocks 'Shocking' Presidential Behavior
Opening his segment on Thursday, Meyers expressed mock surprise at the source of the controversy. "I never thought I’d hear the words ‘shocking new video from TMZ’ in a story about the president of the United States," he began. The comedian contrasted the expectation of a celebrity wardrobe malfunction with the reality of Trump's actions, quipping, "So it’s pretty disappointing when it’s this boob who popped out and stayed out."
Meyers highlighted Trump's contentious relationship with the auto industry workforce, suggesting his unpopularity was so profound it transformed the factory atmosphere. He joked that Trump "turned a Ford plant into an Oberlin drum circle" due to the hostile reception. The host also noted the personal consequence for the worker involved, who was suspended from his job following the altercation.
White House Statement Becomes Comedy Fodder
The comedic segment took aim at the official response from the Trump camp. White House spokesperson Steven Cheung had defended the former president's actions, stating, "a lunatic was wildly screaming expletives in a complete fit of rage, and the president gave an appropriate and unambiguous response."
Meyers seized on the ambiguous language for a punchline. "What are you talking about? The heckler or the president? Because that doesn’t really narrow that down," he remarked. He further compared the description to a television guide, saying, "‘A lunatic was wildly screaming expletives in a complete fit of rage’ sounds like the TV Guide description of a Trump press conference."
A Supercut of Presidential Profanity
Questioning whether the spokesperson was seriously labeling Trump a "lunatic," Meyers then introduced a compiled video reel. This supercut showcased a history of the former president using a range of expletives in various public settings over the years, providing visual evidence to counter the White House's framing of the event as an isolated, justified reaction.
The incident and Meyers' satirical take underscore the ongoing intersection of politics, media, and late-night comedy. The full monologue, including the supercut of Trump's past remarks, is available for viewing on NBC's 'Late Night with Seth Meyers.'
