The Rubin Report 'Late Show' Crowd Gasps as Colbert Rips Karine Jean-Pierre to Shreds
Oct 23, 2025
Stephen Colbert's intense grilling of Karine Jean-Pierre over Biden's cognitive health keeps everyone on edge. Media personalities like Gayle King and Jon Stewart highlight the absurdities of political hypocrisy and celebrity commentary. Robert De Niro's incendiary remarks about Stephen Miller stir controversy, while Bill Maher critiques celebrity involvement in politics. A closer look at Bernie Sanders reveals the uncomfortable reality of paychecks during government shutdowns, raising questions about fairness in politics.
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Press Figures Defend Leaders Despite Evidence
- Dave Rubin argues Karine Jean-Pierre defended Biden's cognitive fitness despite visible signs of decline and debate performance fallout.
- He presents this as emblematic of media figures protecting political narratives until pressured during press tours.
De Niro Calls Miller A Nazi On TV
- Dave Rubin recounts Robert De Niro calling Stephen Miller a Nazi during a media tour and the subsequent backlash.
- He frames De Niro's remarks as damaging to his legacy and as evidence celebrities overreach politically.
Celebrities Speak Loudly Without Expertise
- Rubin highlights Bill Maher's point that many celebrities lack deep knowledge yet still pontificate on politics.
- He uses this to explain why celebrities risk ruining their legacies by acting as political activists.