Trump rips ‘jerk’ Stephen Colbert as ‘Late Show’ host takes his final bow: ‘Finally gone!’

New York Post·May 22

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Donald Trump has criticized Stephen Colbert, calling him a "jerk" and expressing relief that he is no longer hosting "The Late Show". Trump's comments came after Colbert's final episode aired, with some outlets describing Trump's reaction as a celebratory rant. The tone and language of Trump's remarks have been characterized in various ways, including as threatening and violent.

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