The Late Show
Coverage of The Late Show in the Nexus archive.
- After Stephen Colbert's viral talk show parody, CBS backs down from copyright action
CBS and Paramount abandoned copyright challenges against Stephen Colbert's appearance on a Michigan cable access show, following a viral parody. Colbert concluded his tenure as host of 'The Late Show' on Friday.
- A look back at Stephen Colbert's most partisan moments as 'The Last Show' host
Stephen Colbert's tenure as host of The Late Show comes to an end, marked by partisan moments and transformation into a platform for Democrats. He had notable interactions with Donald Trump and celebrated Joe Biden's victory. Colbert also promoted vaccine mandates through his segments.
- Obama dismisses UFO theories, says federal government is 'terrible' at keeping secrets
Former President Barack Obama dismissed UFO theories and government cover-ups, stating that the federal government is not capable of keeping secrets. He expressed skepticism about extraterrestrial life visiting Earth but did not rule it out entirely. Obama's comments follow a previous statement sparking online speculation.
- Obama branded 'classless moron' for AG jab at Trump as 'wingman' comments resurface
The White House called former President Barack Obama 'classless' after he criticized President Donald Trump's potential influence over the attorney general. Obama stated that a president should not direct the attorney general to prosecute individuals. The comment sparked backlash from Trump supporters, who pointed to Obama's close relationship with former Attorney General Eric Holder.
- Obama: Attorney general is ‘not the president’s consigliere’
Former President Barack Obama warned against allowing the attorney general to become the president's advisor, emphasizing the need for independence from political influence. He made these comments during an interview on CBS's The Late Show. This comes as the Department of Justice under President Trump pursues several matters.
- Obama chooses supporter Stephen Colbert for debut interview at controversial presidential center
Barack Obama is conducting his first televised interview from the controversial Obama Presidential Center with Stephen Colbert, a Democratic ally and late-night host whose show is set to end soon. The interview drew criticism from conservative commentators who accuse Colbert of partisan activism, while the center faces scrutiny over its design and public funding. CBS and Paramount canceled Colbert's show due to financial losses.
- Colbert says he won’t attend correspondents’ dinner, asks why ‘many others will’
Stephen Colbert, host of CBS’s 'The Late Show,' will not attend the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. He stated he avoids Washington, D.C., and questioned why others will attend the event.