President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social website over the weekend to unleash his fury at “Late Night” host Seth Meyers. Trump criticized Meyers, calling him the “least talented person to ‘perform’ live in the history of television.” He specifically targeted Meyers for mocking him on a recent episode where he complained about the Navy’s use of electromagnetic catapults on aircraft carriers, suggesting a return to steam-powered catapults instead. Meyers joked that Trump spends more time thinking about catapults than Wile E. Coyote and sarcastically predicted he would soon complain about troops not tying themselves to rockets anymore.
Despite the comedic segment, Meyers also highlighted the significant cost difference between the two catapult systems, emphasizing that reverting to steam would cost billions. Trump, however, did not appreciate the segment and went on a tirade against Meyers, calling him a “truly deranged lunatic” and questioning why NBC continues to invest in him. Trump’s rant concluded with the assertion that Meyers has “NO TALENT, NO RATINGS, 100% ANTI TRUMP, WHICH IS PROBABLY ILLEGAL!!!”
The president’s outburst against Meyers showcases his ongoing feud with media personalities and his tendency to respond aggressively to criticism. Trump’s use of his Truth Social platform to air his grievances reflects his preference for direct communication with his supporters. Despite the lighthearted nature of Meyers’ jokes, Trump’s reaction underscores his sensitivity to perceived attacks on his policies and decisions.
