In a biting Tuesday night monologue, Stephen Colbert, host of The Late Show, turned his comedic fire on former President Donald Trump, zeroing in on newly released polling data that paints a grim picture for the former president's public standing.
Poll Numbers Fuel the Comedy
Colbert opened his segment by highlighting a recent Gallup poll showing Trump's job approval rating at a mere 36%. This figure marks a new low for his second term, while his disapproval rating has climbed to 60%. "Which is why Trump has started to wear a new hat," Colbert quipped, displaying a mock-up of the iconic MAGA headgear with altered text. "'More Popular Than Syphilis.' Penicillin won't help with him!"
Unpopular Across the Board
The comedian didn't stop at the top-line number. He pointed out that Trump was "underwater in every category," referencing a YouGov survey that measured public sentiment on key issues. The poll indicated significant unpopularity for Trump regarding his handling of the economy, health care, the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, education, and environmental policy.
Colbert then unleashed a series of absurdist comparisons to underscore the perceived depth of Trump's unpopularity. "I just found that Donald Trump is also the most hated 'Zootopia' character, the lowest-rated mid-sized sedan, and the least popular Oreo flavor: 'Double-Stuf Cankle,'" he joked, drawing laughter from the studio audience.
A Satirical Barometer of Political Fortune
Colbert's routine serves as a sharp, satirical reflection of the current political climate. By weaving hard polling data from Gallup and YouGov with his signature brand of hyperbolic humor, the host creates a compelling narrative about a political figure struggling with public perception. The monologue transforms complex polling statistics into accessible and memorable comedy, highlighting how late-night television continues to interpret and critique political developments for a broad audience.
The full segment, which offers more of Colbert's trademark political satire, is available to view from The Late Show's Tuesday night broadcast.
