Seth Meyers Claps Back at Trump Over Catapult Comments
Late-night host Seth Meyers didn’t hold back in his response to President Donald Trump’s recent criticism on Truth Social. Trump took to the social media platform to label Meyers as “the least talented person to ‘perform’ live in the history of television.” The president specifically targeted Meyers for his extensive discussions about electric catapults on aircraft carriers, dubbing him as a “truly deranged lunatic.”
In a fiery rebuttal on NBC’s “Late Night” show, Meyers fired back at Trump, highlighting the irony of the situation. “You can say I’m untalented, you can say I’m deranged, but I’m not the one who talks endlessly about catapults on aircraft carriers! You’re the one who talks endlessly about catapults on aircraft carriers!” Meyers exclaimed.
To drive his point home, Meyers played a montage of clips showcasing Trump repeatedly mentioning catapults over the years, including one instance where Trump used the word “catapult” eight times in a single speech. Meyers humorously remarked, “Until you said something, I didn’t even know aircraft carriers had catapults! I’m not the talk-about-catapult guy.”
Responding to Trump’s false claim that he is “100% ANTI TRUMP, WHICH IS PROBABLY ILLEGAL,” Meyers emphasized the importance of free speech and the First Amendment. He also poked fun at Trump’s obsession with renovating the White House’s Lincoln Bedroom bathroom during a government shutdown, joking about the excessive social media posts on the subject.
In a more serious tone, Meyers criticized Trump for neglecting pressing issues like the government shutdown and food assistance while focusing on personal projects like bathroom renovations and ballroom construction. He called out the president for diverting attention from critical matters and urged him to address the needs of working families.
Wrapping up the segment, Meyers humorously referenced Trump’s plummeting approval ratings before cutting to a clip of Trump shouting “toilet.” The comedian’s sharp wit and political commentary resonated with viewers, highlighting the absurdity of some of Trump’s priorities.
Ultimately, Meyers’ response to Trump’s criticism showcased his ability to blend humor with insightful commentary on current events. By addressing the president’s remarks head-on and highlighting the importance of focusing on substantive issues, Meyers demonstrated his unique talent as a late-night host. Watch the full segment below for a mix of laughs and insightful analysis.
