Late-Night Hosts Laugh Alongside World Leaders at Donald Trump's U.N. Speech | THR News

Late-Night Hosts Laugh Alongside World Leaders at Donald Trump's U.N. Speech | THR News

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The transcript discusses the media's frequent laughter at President Donald Trump, focusing on a specific incident at the UN General Assembly where Trump claimed his administration had achieved more than any other in U.S. history, prompting laughter from world leaders. Commentators and late-night hosts found irony in the situation, given Trump's past remarks about not wanting to be a laughing stock. Various late-night hosts, including Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, Jimmy Fallon, and Conan O'Brien, made jokes about the incident, highlighting the comedic response to Trump's bold claim.

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What was the reaction of world leaders during Trump's claim about his administration's accomplishments?

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What ironic situation did commentators point out regarding Trump's past statements?

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How did late night hosts respond to Trump's speech at the UN?

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What did Stephen Colbert suggest Trump should have done to avoid being late to the UN?

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What humorous comparison did Jimmy Kimmel make about Trump's speech?

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