Routledge - Late Night with Trump: Political Humor Book

Explore the evolving relationship between comedy and politics with Late Night with Trump: Political Humor and the American Presidency. This Routledge publication examines how the Trump White House changed the landscape of late-night television, drawing more attention than the administrations of Barack Obama, George W. Bush, or Bill Clinton. This book analyzes how late-night comics like Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, Trevor Noah, and Jimmy Fallon responded to strident politics by addressing key policy notes. This shift has blurred the lines between traditional news reporting and satire. You will also find insights into how weekly humorists such as John Oliver and Samantha Bee use in-depth probing to critique major issues. Perfect for readers interested in television studies, political science, or media history, this work provides a deep look at how satire functions in a modern political era. It offers a unique perspective on how humorists act as commentators on the American presidency and the changing nature of broadcast media.