Donald Trump recently shared an AI-generated video on his X account that humorously depicts Stephen Colbert being thrown into a trash bin, coinciding with the end of Colbert's tenure as host of The Late Show. The final episode aired on May 22, 2026, concluding Colbert's 11-year run, which began in 2015 after David Letterman retired. Colbert's tenure was marked by a sharp political critique of Trump, who frequently became the target of his monologues. In response to the show's cancellation, Trump expressed satisfaction, stating that he was happy Colbert was 'finally gone.' CBS announced the cancellation due to financial difficulties in the late-night television landscape, which has seen a decline in advertising revenue as audiences shift towards streaming services. Despite CBS's claims that politics did not influence the decision, the cancellation followed Colbert's criticism of Paramount Global, CBS's parent company, regarding a legal settlement involving Trump. Colbert's farewell episode garnered millions of viewers and featured tributes from various celebrities, highlighting his impact on political discourse during his time on air.