Trump Blasts Seth Meyers: Calls Anti-Trump Jokes "Probably Illegal"

Well, here we go again! Donald Trump is back on his Truth Social platform, this time setting his sights squarely on NBC's "Late Night" host Seth Meyers, even suggesting that being "100% Anti-Trump" could be "probably illegal."

TL;DR

• Donald Trump unleashed a Truth Social rant on November 1, 2025, calling Seth Meyers untalented and claiming his anti-Trump stance is "probably illegal."
• The outburst was a direct response to Meyers' "A Closer Look" segment on October 30, where he mocked Trump's comments on aircraft carrier catapult technology.
• This isn't Trump's first clash with late-night hosts; it follows recent controversies involving Jimmy Kimmel and broader calls to revoke network broadcast licenses.

Donald Trump's Latest Social Media Outburst Targets Seth Meyers

President Donald Trump has a new target in his ongoing feud with late-night comedians: Seth Meyers. In a Truth Social post published on Saturday, November 1, 2025, Trump didn't hold back, declaring Meyers "the least talented person to 'perform' live in the history of television," and even adding, "In fact, he may be the WORST to perform, live or otherwise."

But the real headline-grabber was Trump's bold claim regarding Meyers' political leanings. He asserted that Meyers being "100% ANTI TRUMP" is "PROBABLY ILLEGAL!!!" This statement quickly raised eyebrows, especially considering the well-established protections for free speech in the United States.

"Seth Meyers of NBC may be the least talented person to ‘perform’ live in the history of television. In fact, he may be the WORST to perform, live or otherwise... NO TALENT, NO RATINGS, 100% ANTI TRUMP, WHICH IS PROBABLY ILLEGAL!!!"

Donald Trump on Truth Social, November 1, 2025

The Catapult Comedy That Sparked the Rage

So, what exactly lit this fuse? Trump's tirade came just a couple of days after Meyers' "A Closer Look" segment on Thursday, October 30, 2025. During the segment, Meyers took aim at Trump's recent comments about aircraft carrier technology, made during visits to the USS George Washington aircraft carrier in Japan on October 27 and 28.

Trump had publicly criticized the Navy’s Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS), advocating instead for traditional, less expensive steam catapults. He even polled sailors on their preference, with "steam" reportedly being the popular shouted response. He claimed the Navy was "spending billions of dollars to build stupid electric" systems that are harder to fix than old-school steam catapults, which he suggested could be repaired "with a hammer and a blowtorch."

Seth Meyers' Hilarious Roasts and Impersonations

Meyers, never one to shy away from political satire, had a field day with Trump's fixation on naval engineering. He joked that Trump "spends more time thinking about catapults than Wile E. Coyote" and created a mock segment called "Seth Translates Trump to English." In this, Meyers hilariously impersonated Trump making absurd statements about using catapults to catch roadrunners.

He further quipped about Trump campaigning "against magnets like they personally wronged him," and that "This is a man who thinks steam catapults are the hill to die on. Not the economy, not healthcare - catapults." Meyers even imagined Trump saying, "We used to strap our soldiers to the rockets, and they loved it, but then everything got woke and they said, ‘You can’t tie a person to a rocket.’ But we miss those days, and we’re bringing them back." It seems this particular brand of humor struck a nerve.

A Familiar Tune: Trump's Ongoing Feud with Late-Night Hosts

If this all sounds a bit familiar, that's because it is. This isn't Trump's first dance in the late-night comedy arena. He's had a long-standing contentious relationship with hosts like Meyers, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert.

Just last month, Trump reportedly called Meyers and Jimmy Fallon "two total losers" on Truth Social. And back in August 2025, he went on another rant about a "sick rumor" that NBC had extended Meyers' contract, calling him a "dope" with "no Ratings, Talent, or Intelligence, and the Personality of an insecure child." (For the record, Meyers had actually signed a four-year extension the previous year, not a new one.) Meyers' calm rejoinder at the time was perfect: "You have my sympathy, and I hope you get a TV set that allows you to change the channel."

The feud with Meyers can even be traced back to the 2011 White House Correspondents' Dinner, where both Meyers and then-President Obama roasted the future president – a moment many believe fueled his eventual run for the presidency.

The Jimmy Kimmel Controversy and Broader Network Threats

The attack on Meyers also comes on the heels of another major late-night drama involving Jimmy Kimmel. In September 2025, Kimmel was suspended for six days by ABC after making remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's alleged killer. Trump reportedly applauded the suspension, saying he couldn't believe ABC gave Kimmel his job back.

The suspension was a big deal: Kimmel's return episode drew a massive 6.26 million viewers, a show record, though viewership quickly dropped off. The incident even caused Disney to lose nearly $5 billion in market value as investors worried about silencing talent. Plus, some local affiliates boycotted the show, preventing about 20% of U.S. households from tuning in. Over 400 public figures, including Selena Gomez and Natalie Portman, signed an open letter condemning the suspension as a threat to free speech.

Beyond individual hosts, Trump has repeatedly accused networks like NBC and ABC of being an "arm of the Democrat Party," and has called for their broadcasting licenses to be revoked. His FCC Director, Brendan Carr, has also echoed similar sentiments, suggesting networks could be punished for "distorted" content.

Is Criticizing a President Actually Illegal?

Let's get one thing clear: in the United States, criticizing public figures, including the President, is not illegal. It's a fundamental aspect of free speech protected by the First Amendment. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) was quick to point this out, stating on social media:

"You need to understand that he actually believes it is illegal to criticize him... Why? Because Trump believes he—not the people—decides the law. This is why we are in the middle of, not on the verge of, a totalitarian takeover."

Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on social media

This latest comment from Trump, therefore, isn't just a casual insult; it's part of a pattern of rhetoric that suggests a misunderstanding, or perhaps a deliberate dismissal, of constitutional protections for speech and a free press. As the dust settles, it's clear the tension between political figures and late-night satire isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

Frequently Asked Questions About "Late Night With Seth Meyers" When does Late Night With Seth Meyers air? Late Night With Seth Meyers typically airs at 12:35 a.m. ET / 11:35 p.m. CT. What channel is Late Night With Seth Meyers on? You can catch the show on NBC. Is it actually illegal to be "anti-Trump" on TV? No. In the United States, freedom of speech is protected by the First Amendment, allowing individuals and media outlets to criticize public figures, including the President, without fear of legal repercussions for their viewpoints. What was the "A Closer Look" segment that sparked Trump's rant about? The segment focused on Donald Trump's comments about electric vs. steam catapults used on aircraft carriers, which he made during a recent trip to Japan. Sources

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