Jessica Williams Returns to The Daily Show Amid Summer Break and Political Discourse

Last Week in Late Night: Jessica Williams Returns to The Daily Show, Ronny Chieng’s Social Media Activity, and More Highlights (Photos: Comedy Central, NBC, HBO) Each week, Late Night Last Week showcases notable moments from the previous week's late-night television. This edition features fresh reactions to Stephen Colbert’s cancellation, Josh Johnson’s impressive debut as a new host on The Daily Show, and veteran comedian Robert Klein’s 89th appearance on The Tonight Show. The upcoming five-week summer break for The Daily Show is approaching, with the show scheduled to return on September 5. While the return date is straightforward, the emotional impact of the hiatus is more complex. Last Monday, Jon Stewart and his team delivered a sharp and humorous overview of recent developments involving the MAGA movement, Jeffrey Epstein, and the potential pardon of Ghislaine Maxwell by the president. Stewart used a vivid metaphor comparing Democrats to Wile E. Coyote and Trump to the Road Runner, illustrating the ongoing chase. Stewart commented that, historically, this has been the dynamic, but with Trump discussing pardons, it appears the Coyote might finally get the upper hand. He noted ...