During Stephen Colbert's penultimate episode, rock icon Bruce Springsteen voiced strong criticism of former President Donald Trump, stating, 'you are the first guy in America who lost his show because we got a president who can’t take a joke.' Springsteen performed his poignant anti-ICE song 'Streets of Minneapolis,' which addresses the tragic deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, and features powerful lines condemning the false narratives pushed by Trump’s advisors Stephen Miller and Kristi Noem. The performance included visuals of the American flag alongside messages of 'RESISTANCE,' 'TRUTH,' and 'HOPE.'

Colbert's show, which has been a platform for political commentary since its inception in 2015, is set to air its final episode, raising questions about the reasons behind its cancellation, particularly given Colbert's outspoken criticism of Trump. The cancellation came shortly after Colbert mocked a settlement involving Trump, leading to speculation about political motivations. Springsteen has previously labeled Trump as 'corrupt, incompetent and treasonous,' and the cancellation of The Late Show has sparked reactions from other prominent figures, including David Letterman and Robert De Niro, who have voiced their support for Colbert.