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Jon Stewart's Reaction to Biden's Amazon Rainforest Trip
2024-11-19
Jon Stewart, the renowned host of "The Daily Show," expressed a mix of frustration and confusion during a segment discussing President Joe Biden's recent visit to the Amazon rainforest. This marked a first for any American president. Before delving into the trip, Stewart detailed the controversial cabinet picks made by Trump and called for a Democratic response.

Stewart's Laughter and Lament over Biden's Rainforest Sojourn

Stewart's Initial Outburst

As Stewart began to discuss Biden's trip, his emotions were palpable. He couldn't barely hold back his frustration and confusion, asking, "How will the head of this party, the outgoing President, man the ramparts during this challenging and fraught peaceful transition to fascism?" This question set the tone for his subsequent remarks.

When the clip of Biden in the rainforest was shown, Stewart's reaction was immediate. He screamed, "What the f--k?" and continued to express his disbelief. He humorously compared the situation to four Pixar movies mixed together, adding, "Clearly, 'Up' is one of the movies in question," taking a swipe at Biden's age.

Adding to the Jest

Not content with just one joke, Stewart also included "Encanto" and "Moana" in his analysis due to the tropical location. He playfully suggested that maybe "Wall-E" was also involved, citing its powerful anti-consumerist message. However, it's important to note that neither "Encanto" nor "Moana" took place in the Amazon, and they are Disney animations rather than Pixar movies.

The Comedy Central host then played the now-viral clip of Biden wandering off into the wilderness after his speech, seemingly ignoring the clear path beside him. Stewart's reaction was one of disbelief and amusement as he yelled, "Where are you going!?" He even made a "Survivor" joke, saying, "Mr. President, I'm sorry. The tribe has spoken. Extinguish your torch. What is happening?"

Overall, Stewart's monologue provided a unique perspective on Biden's trip to the Amazon rainforest, combining humor and criticism in a way that captured the attention of viewers. Watch the full monologue above to get a better understanding of his thoughts.

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