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Late Night Laughs: Around the White House

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› Everyone is still talking about President Trump’s historic summit with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. This was the first time in history an American president had met with a North Korean leader. No one knew what to expect. On one hand, you have this nation led by an outcast with virtually no allies. And on the other hand, you have North Korea. — James Corden

› But the two leaders did seem to hit it off. In fact, Trump liked Kim so much, he’s said he’s going to let him decide the next presidenti­al election. — James Corden

› President Trump says he got North Korea to commit to destroying a major missile testing site, but “didn’t put it in the agreement because we didn’t have time.” Didn’t have time? What? It’s a nuclear deal. It’s not a trip to Disney World where you didn’t have time for Epcot. — James Corden

› Trump is really excited to tell everyone about the summit. In an interview last night, Trump talked about how he and Kim really hit it off — maybe a bit too much. [clip of Trump] “The relationsh­ip was really good. He’s got a very good personalit­y, he’s funny. It’s been a very intense relationsh­ip. It’s been short and very intense.” Sounds like somebody’s going to the Fantasy Suite! It makes sense, though. Kim is totally Trump’s type. He’s foreign and half his age. — Jimmy Fallon

› Following his summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, President Trump said in an interview that Kim is, quote, “a funny guy, he’s very smart, he’s a great negotiator.” In response Kim said, “Trump is also a funny guy. And that’s it.” — Seth Meyers

› Trump announced that he was going to halt the joint military exercises with South Korea and the U. S., but that came as a shock to our close allies, South Korea and the U. S. In fact, a spokespers­on for South Korea said, “At this moment, the meaning and intention of President Trump’s remarks requires more clear understand­ing.” Which is Korean for “Whaaaa!?” — Stephen Colbert

› Trump then tweeted: “Before taking office, people were assuming that we were going to war with North Korea. President Obama said that North Korea was our biggest and most dangerous problem. No longer — sleep well tonight!” What do you mean, “sleep well”? You didn’t change anything. It’s like a lion got loose in our house, and you took a selfie with it, and then said, “Everything’s fine. The lion and I have great chemistry. Sleep tight. Here, wear this lucky ham. Love you, baby. You’ll be fine.” — Stephen Colbert

› President Trump said Kim Jong Un is “absolutely” invited to the White House. Unless, of course, Kim Jong Un wins the Super Bowl or the NBA Championsh­ip. — Conan O’Brien

› Here’s some good news for the president: Tomorrow is his birthday. The White House is filled with balloons, champagne and streamers. He was flattered until he realized it was all left over from the party the staff threw when he left for North Korea. — Jimmy Fallon

› Today is President Trump’s 72nd birthday. Trump spent a quiet evening with loved ones, then Melania stopped by. — Conan O’Brien

› Everyone in the White House hid to jump out and yell “Surprise,” and while they were hiding they were like, “Hey, we found Melania!” — Jimmy Fallon

› At one point the staff brought out a piñata for Trump, but the president just deported it. — Jimmy Fallon

› It’s President Trump’s birthday. Trump had some cake, ate some ice cream, played golf, and then he remembered it was his birthday. — Conan O’Brien

› Trump celebrated with a small group of close friends. He said it was great. He said it was just like his inaugurati­on. — James Corden Source: www. newsmax. com

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