Late-night host Seth Meyers delivered a sharp critique of Fox News on Monday, targeting anchor Sean Hannity for an on-air segment that took an unexpected turn during recent protests in Minneapolis.
A Protest Interview That Didn't Go As Planned
The incident occurred last week as demonstrations continued in Minneapolis. The protests were a response to the Trump administration's latest anti-immigrant operation and the killing of local resident Renee Good by an ICE agent. During his show, Sean Hannity asked reporter Garrett Tenney to find demonstrators and ask them "what they are marching about."
Tenney approached one protester, who did not hesitate to condemn the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the city. "I think it's absolutely abhorrent that they're kidnapping people. I'm disgusted that they murdered an innocent human being," the man stated forcefully. He added that the entire situation "abhors" him and called for it to stop immediately.
Meyers' Sarcastic Retort to a 'Reasonable' Opinion
Seth Meyers seized on the moment during his Late Night monologue. With characteristic sarcasm, he feigned shock that such a viewpoint would appear on Fox News. "I'm sorry, but how dare you go on Fox News and state such a normal, reasonable opinion!" Meyers quipped. He joked that if this continued, "the president's going to be so sad he'll walk over to the window and never come back!"
Meyers further mocked the predictable right-wing response by adopting the president's past language. He teased that, according to certain narratives, this Minneapolis protester must have been a "paid, left-wing agitator" involved in a "shadowy, far-left conspiracy" and likely carrying a dangerous weapon.
The 'Dangerous' Prop That Sparked More Comedy
The comedy deepened when the Fox interview revealed the protester's so-called weapon. In the segment, the man unveiled a bell he had received from someone at the demonstration who was handing out free items. Meyers reacted with mock terror to this revelation.
"Oh my God, he's got a bell! Quick, cover your ears. If he rings it three times, you have no choice but to sit down for dinner," Meyers cracked, turning an attempt to portray the protester as threatening into a punchline about domestic routine.
The entire segment highlighted a rare moment where a Fox News street interview captured a straightforward, emotional critique of government actions, much to the amusement of Meyers and his audience. The host encouraged viewers to watch more of his Monday monologue for the full comedic breakdown.
