Overview

• Stephen Colbert denounces new House Speaker Mike Johnson's insubstantial response to the Maine shooting, challenging him to do more than offer 'thoughts and prayers'.
• In a critique of Johnson's anonymity, Colbert juxtaposes an image of himself against Johnson, highlighting their similar appearances and joking, 'Am I Mike Johnson?'
• Colbert draws attention to the overwhelming public demand for Congress to prevent further mass shootings, implying inaction on the part of politicians on both sides of the aisle.
• Johnson, an election denier with a controversial stance on homosexuality, is humorously portrayed by Colbert as a figure who has somehow evaded public animosity enough to ascend to the position of House Speaker.
• Despite criticisms, Colbert also points out that Johnson's anonymity could potentially be advantageous in his political career as it may deter potential opposition.