He began with Donald Trump’s military-themed birthday celebration, mocking the parade’s underwhelming display of squeaky tanks and robotic dogs. Stewart contrasted the event with the widespread “No Kings March” protests, noting how the demonstrations eclipsed the parade in scale and meaning.
Turning to the Israel-Iran conflict, Stewart addressed Israel’s recent strikes and Iran’s retaliatory attacks. He criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s repeated alarmism over Iran’s nuclear capabilities and questioned the U.S.’s role in the region. Highlighting contradictions, Stewart pointed out how MAGA leaders denounce foreign wars while cheering on militarized crackdowns at home.
The most sobering segment focused on political violence in Minnesota, where a state House leader and her husband were killed and a state senator was wounded. Stewart criticized the media’s focus on the alleged shooter’s political affiliations, calling instead for broader attention to the country’s mass shooting epidemic. He condemned the inconsistent government response—swift action on border security but little movement on gun reform—and slammed Senator Mike Lee for politicizing the tragedy through insensitive social media posts.
Stewart’s commentary struck a chord with viewers overwhelmed by recent national and international turmoil. His anger, laced with biting satire, echoed the frustration of many Americans seeking accountability and meaningful change.