Seth Meyers Slams Trump's Social Media Comeback as Desperate and Misguided

In a recent segment of “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” the host took aim at former President Donald Trump's recent appearance on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Meyers didn't hold back, labeling the event as "disastrous" and accusing Trump of desperation for attention, stating that the former president's foray back into the social media landscape demonstrates a yearning for "the spotlight and for some praise or positive coverage from anyone, anywhere." Meyers painted a picture of Trump's return as both underwhelming and misguided. "It's not what it used to be, dude. That's like going back to your old high school and finding out it's a Big Lots now," he quipped, suggesting that Trump's relevance on a platform that has seen better days is akin to clinging to a faded past. Further dissecting the interaction, Meyers noted, “The plan backfired because the conversation was the worst of all worlds. It was insane, it was a tactical disaster and it was boring.” The late-night host criticized Elon Musk’s framing of the event, which was purportedly aimed at attracting open-minded independent voters, mocking the notion that this demographic would be enticed by discussions on the "fifth-most-popular feature of a dying app." In a biting commentary, Meyers suggested that such an approach was about as effective as hosting a roundtable on “Words with Friends.” Meyers also made a cheeky remark about the American voter, speculating that Musk’s efforts might resonate with those who feel that bacon is too expensive while downplaying the significance of nuclear war. With these jabs, Meyers captured the absurdity he perceives in both Trump's and Musk’s attempts to engage with voters through an outdated medium. Meanwhile, other late-night hosts joined in on the political humor. Jimmy Fallon poked fun at Trump’s frustration with his campaign staff over the choice of JD Vance as a vice-presidential pick, likening it to a regrettable marriage decision, “This is why I always sign a prenup.” Stephen Colbert weighed in on the contrasting popularity ratings of Tim Walz and JD Vance, suggesting that voters prefer someone with a more active and relatable approach, “apparently, people want 'coach' -- not 'couch.'” As the political landscape continues to evolve, late-night comedy remains a barometer of public sentiment, reflecting not only the absurdities of current events but the shifting dynamics of political allegiance and voter engagement. With Meyers and his contemporaries at the helm, viewers are treated to a blend of humor and critique, offering insight into the broader implications of Trump's return to the digital arena and the ongoing narrative of American politics.