Overview

• Jon Stewart injured his hand on Monday's The Daily Show after smashing a mug during a monologue criticizing Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
• Stewart's rant targeted DOGE's budget cuts, which have led to widespread layoffs of federal workers, and criticized the lack of focus on corporate subsidies and defense spending.
• He specifically condemned pharmaceutical companies for benefiting from billions in government subsidies while offering minimal drug price reductions.
• Despite the injury, Stewart continued the segment, showing his bleeding hand to the audience and joking about needing to visit the hospital.
• The incident gained significant attention online, with Stewart himself humorously referencing the mishap on social media.