Jon Stewart made a fiery comeback to “The Daily Show,” taking a no-holds-barred approach to discussing the upcoming 2024 election and targeting President Joe Biden. In his first hosting gig on the Comedy Central show, Stewart didn’t shy away from addressing Biden’s recent memory lapses and age-related issues.
Key Takeaway
Jon Stewart’s return to “The Daily Show” featured sharp criticism of President Joe Biden’s memory lapses and age, as well as a humorous take on the fitness of both Biden and former President Donald Trump for the presidency.
Stewart’s Roast on Biden and Trump
During the show, Stewart didn’t hold back, poking fun at Biden’s recent gaffe where he mistakenly referred to the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as the president of Mexico during a press conference. He also highlighted Biden’s struggles in recalling basic details during his deposition regarding the Special Counsel report on his management of classified documents.
Not sparing former President Donald Trump, Stewart played a clip of Trump’s own deposition where he also struggled to remember details, humorously commenting, “It turns out that the leading cause of early onset dementia is being deposed.”
Age and Fitness for Presidency
Stewart further criticized both Biden and Trump for their advanced age, pointing out that they are well outside the typical age range of past presidential candidates. He questioned their ability to handle the demands of the presidency, suggesting that they make way for new blood in politics.
According to Stewart, while both Biden and Trump may still be “vibrant, productive, or even capable,” they are pushing the limits of being fit for the toughest job in the world. He humorously implied that it’s time for the two politicians to consider retirement, especially now that they have their AARP cards, social security, and movie discounts.
