Comedy Central makes Jon Stewart ‘Daily Show’ decision amid frequent Trump criticism

Jon Stewart will continue hosting "The Daily Show" on Comedy Central for at least another year, through the end of 2026. He will host the Monday night episodes and serve as executive producer. This decision comes despite Stewart's frequent criticism of President Trump, whose allies are involved with Comedy Central's parent company, Paramount Skydance. Paramount's head of television, George Cheeks, spearheaded the talks to retain Stewart, reportedly pushing hard to keep him. The agreement is seen as an effort by Paramount to demonstrate its independence, particularly as it navigates business relationships and potential regulatory approvals that involve figures friendly with the Trump administration. Stewart has made President Trump a frequent target of his commentary since returning to "The Daily Show" early last year. While Trump has criticized some late-night hosts, he has not shown particular interest in Comedy Central's programming. The renewal of Stewart's contract, along with a similar renewal for the creators of "South Park," i... download the app to read more