In a fiery social media tirade on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack on Comcast, the parent company of NBC, over what he describes as the network’s biased and “un-American” content on Late Night with Seth Meyers. The rant comes in response to Meyers’ recent satirical commentary about Trump’s legal issues and his polarizing influence on American politics.
Trump, no stranger to feuds with comedians and news outlets, accused Comcast of “using its massive platform to spread left-wing lies” and “promote one-sided, fake news.” The outburst, posted late Monday night, follows a particularly biting segment by Seth Meyers, who mocked Trump’s comments about the 2024 presidential race and his ongoing legal battles.
“Seth Meyers is a joke, and so is the network that puts him on the air,” Trump wrote. “Comcast should be ashamed of themselves. They’ve turned their late-night programming into a platform for spreading lies and destroying American values. If they don’t stop, we will have no choice but to take action.”
Trump’s threats against Comcast, which also owns NBCUniversal, come amid an escalating media war between the former president and late-night hosts, many of whom have regularly skewered him during and after his time in office. Meyers, in particular, has been one of the most vocal critics of Trump, often using his platform to ridicule the former president’s rhetoric, legal challenges, and his efforts to discredit the results of the 2020 election.
Meyers responded to Trump’s comments in a tweet on Tuesday, saying, “Not sure how to respond to a man who thinks SNL and Late Night are in charge of the government. But hey, if I’m ever offered a Cabinet position, I’ll let you know!”
The former president’s threat to Comcast has sparked a wide range of reactions, from supporters praising him for standing up to the media to critics accusing him of trying to suppress free speech. Trump has long been critical of media companies he perceives as hostile to his agenda, frequently attacking outlets like CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
In recent weeks, Trump’s legal battles have also been a frequent target of late-night hosts. Meyers has poked fun at Trump’s mounting legal troubles, including charges related to the January 6th Capitol riot and his involvement in alleged election interference schemes. His criticisms have often included humorous, but pointed, jabs at Trump’s public persona and his relationship with conservative media outlets.
Comcast has yet to respond to Trump’s comments, but the company has faced pressure in the past to address the content of its programming, particularly from conservative groups who accuse it of promoting liberal viewpoints. However, Comcast’s leadership has largely remained silent on these matters, sticking to its corporate strategy of offering a wide range of content to appeal to various audiences.
Trump’s comments have added fuel to the ongoing debate over the role of late-night comedy in shaping public discourse. While late-night hosts often take jabs at politicians from both parties, many of Trump’s supporters argue that the mockery has become disproportionately targeted at him. Critics, on the other hand, contend that his actions and statements over the years have made him a prime subject for satire.
Whether or not Trump will follow through on his threat to “take action” against Comcast remains to be seen. His comments, however, have already ignited a firestorm of reactions online, with his supporters rallying behind his call for media accountability, while detractors accuse him of attempting to silence criticism.
As the 2024 election season heats up, it’s clear that the media battle between Trump and his critics—especially late-night hosts—will remain a defining feature of his public persona. For now, it appears that Comcast and Seth Meyers are firmly in Trump’s crosshairs.
