Late-Night TV Hosts Mock Fox News After $787.5 Million Settlement with Dominion
In a surprising turn of events, Fox News announced that it will pay $787.5 million to settle the defamation suit brought by Dominion Voting Systems over false election-rigging claims. This news has been met with glee by late-night comedy hosts, who wasted no time in mocking the cable news network for its costly settlement.
Jimmy Kimmel, host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, did not hold back in his criticism of Fox News. He sarcastically remarked, “No company in America had a worse day than Fox News today,” before taking a jab at the network’s financial situation by joking, “It’s gonna take a lot of reverse-mortgage ads to pay that one off.” Kimmel also expressed disappointment that Fox News will not have to issue an on-air retraction or apology as part of the settlement.
Meanwhile, on Comedy Central, correspondent Jordan Klepper quipped about Fox News being “nine digits poorer” and joked about the network’s budget constraints, suggesting that anchor Tucker Carlson can only afford one facial expression. Klepper highlighted the lack of accountability in the settlement, noting that a trial would have forced Fox anchors to testify, providing viewers with entertaining content akin to the “Seinfeld” finale.
Over on CBS’ “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” host Stephen Colbert expressed frustration that the case would not go to trial, depriving audiences of what he called “six weeks of delicious content.” Colbert humorously imagined media mogul Rupert Murdoch bursting into flames on the witness stand, highlighting the missed opportunity for dramatic courtroom theatrics.
The late-night hosts’ reactions to Fox News’ settlement with Dominion Voting Systems highlight the ongoing tension between the cable network and the entertainment industry. While the financial implications of the settlement are significant, the comedic commentary serves as a reminder of the power of satire in holding media organizations accountable for their actions.
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Original Story at ca.style.yahoo.com – 2024-05-20 23:53:32
