Overview
- John Oliver made a surprise appearance on 'The Daily Show,' reuniting with Jon Stewart for the first time in over a decade.
- Oliver humorously referred to the U.S. as entering its 'monarchy era,' mocking President Trump's recent executive orders and leadership style.
- Stewart's monologue had criticized America's drift toward authoritarianism, setting the stage for Oliver's comedic entrance.
- The two comedians engaged in a satirical exchange, with Oliver joking that the U.S. was mimicking imperial tendencies of historical empires, including Britain.
- Oliver's appearance highlighted his comedic roots on 'The Daily Show,' where he served as a correspondent from 2006 to 2013 before launching his HBO series 'Last Week Tonight.'