Overview

• Amber Ruffin was removed as the headlining comedian for the 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner following concerns raised by a White House official about her critical comments on Donald Trump.
• The White House Correspondents’ Association stated the decision aimed to prevent the event from being overshadowed by divisive politics.
• Ruffin explained on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' that she found it impossible to satirize both political parties equally, given the actions of the current administration.
• She revealed she initially felt disappointed but later expressed relief, suggesting her planned material might have been poorly received by the event’s organizers.
• Ruffin shared that her intended closing message emphasized rejecting hate and embracing compassion, a sentiment she now feels validated in not delivering at the dinner.