Stephen Colbert Finds Terrifying Problem With Trump’s Iran Argument

THAT'S ALL IT TOOK?

Trump’s reasoning for the strikes was especially concerning for Colbert.

Updated Jun. 24 2025 2:19AM EDT / Published Jun. 24 2025 12:07AM EDT

Stephen Colbert is deeply disturbed by President Trump’s decision to bomb multiple nuclear sites in Iran on Saturday. Colbert wasn’t just upset by the action itself, done

Michael Boyle

Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.

Stephen Colbert Finds Terrifying Problem With Trump’s Iran Argument

Trump’s reasoning for the strikes was especially concerning for Colbert.

This won't last long. One year of fearless reporting for only $35 $25.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article.

Monthly Plan

$1 Trial

Yearly Plan

$35 $25 Year One

Ad Free Plan

$100 per year

Michael Boyle