Trump's AI Video Mocking Stephen Colbert Sparks Controversy Amid Show's Cancellation
Trump throws Stephen Colbert in dumpster in AI video as Late Show comes to an end; watch

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Former President Donald Trump has stirred controversy by sharing an AI-generated video on his official X account, depicting late-night host Stephen Colbert being thrown into a dumpster. This video, which coincides with the cancellation of Colbert's show, has reignited discussions about Trump's use of digital content to mock opponents and reflects their long-standing rivalry.
- 01The AI-generated video features Stephen Colbert being tossed into a dumpster by Trump before he dances to 'YMCA'.
- 02The Late Show with Stephen Colbert officially ended on May 21, 2026, due to financial pressures despite Colbert's high ratings.
- 03Trump has previously faced backlash for using AI-generated content, including depictions of himself as 'Jesus' and a 'doctor'.
- 04Colbert's show often criticized Trump, leading to a public feud where Trump labeled Colbert as 'untalented'.
- 05CBS stated that the cancellation was due to economic reasons, denying any political influence in the decision.
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Former President Donald Trump has ignited a new controversy by posting an AI-generated video on his official X account, which shows late-night host Stephen Colbert being thrown into a dumpster. This comes on the heels of the cancellation of Colbert's show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which ended on May 21, 2026, due to financial strains impacting traditional late-night television, despite Colbert maintaining high ratings throughout his time slot. The video quickly went viral, featuring Colbert hosting his show before Trump enters, lifts him, and tosses him into a garbage can, followed by Trump dancing to the song 'YMCA', which he has referred to as the 'Gay anthem'. This playful yet controversial content reflects the long-standing rivalry between Trump and Colbert, who has been one of Trump's most vocal critics during his presidency. Trump's use of AI-generated content has previously drawn criticism, including past instances where he depicted himself in various roles. CBS has clarified that the cancellation of Colbert's show was purely economic and not politically motivated, despite Colbert's critiques of the network's dealings with Trump.
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