
The Daily Show: Ears Edition Trump Gets a Golden Crown in South Korea While SNAP Cutoff Causes Panic in U.S.
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Oct 30, 2025 Michael Kosta, a comedic correspondent, reports hilariously on Trump's extravagant South Korea visit and the SNAP funding crisis. Political commentator Charlamagne Tha God urges Democrats to harness the energy from the 'No Kings' protests for systemic change and fresh candidates. Meanwhile, actors Aubrey Plaza and Dan Murphy share insights on their creative bond and their children's book, 'Luna and the Witch Throw a Halloween Party,' while Plaza reflects on her witchy roots and return to theater. This lively discussion blends humor, politics, and creativity!
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Foreign Pageantry Reinforces King's Image
- South Korea honored Trump with an exuberant welcome, including the YMCA and a golden crown, reinforcing his regal image abroad.
- Desi Lydic frames these gestures as undermining U.S. efforts to steer Trump away from “king” symbolism.
Shutdown Threatens SNAP Funding
- The transcript details a prolonged government shutdown leaving many federal services running but threatening major programs like SNAP.
- Desi Lydic highlights SNAP funding exhaustion as an imminent crisis amplified by political stalemate.
Funding Choices Signal Priorities
- The administration claims SNAP can only be sustained if Democrats end the shutdown, framing responsibility as partisan.
- Desi Lydic counters by noting the government previously shifted funds to pay troops, showing funding flexibility.



