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Jon Stewart Critiques Political Exploitation of U.S. Border Crisis

The comedian calls out both parties for using the border issue for political gain, mocks Trump's 'Bigrant crime' branding, and highlights bipartisan concerns over unsustainable migrant crossings.

Overview

  • Jon Stewart critiques both Republicans and Democrats for their handling of the U.S. border crisis, highlighting the exploitation of the issue for political gain.
  • Stewart mocks Donald Trump's attempt to coin 'Bigrant crime' as a branding strategy for the 2024 election, emphasizing the absurdity of the term.
  • The comedian points out the bipartisan agreement on the border being a problem, with over 300,000 crossings in December alone, marking an all-time high.
  • Stewart criticizes New York City Mayor Eric Adams for his shift in stance on migrants, illustrating the conflict between values and fear.
  • The Supreme Court's unanimous decision to keep Trump on all state ballots is discussed, with late-night hosts questioning the implications for future elections.