Stephen Colbert gives his verdict on Trumps State of the Union 2026
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February 25, 2026
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Stephen Colbert delivered a sharp critique of Donald Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, which clocked in at an unusually lengthy one hour and 47 minutes. The late-night host notably compared the speech to a "community calendar" due to its rambling nature, touching on topics like food prices and major international events such as the World Cup and Summer Olympics. Colbert's analysis highlighted the lack of focus and coherence in Trump's address, which he described as "dark," "divisive," and filled with lies. This sentiment was echoed by other late-night hosts like Jimmy Kimmel, who also offered a scathing response to the speech.
The State of the Union is traditionally used to set the tone for the administration's agenda and connect with the American people. However, Trump's 2026 address appeared to alienate even his base, as Colbert pointed out that it was unlikely to win over voters disenchanted
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Originally published on Mashable on 2/25/2026