CNN anchor Jake Tapper criticized CBS's parent company over its recent decision to cancel “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” arguing that Paramount Global is in a “bend-the-knee phase” to President Trump.

“Obviously, President Trump has made no secret of his hatred of being mocked, specifically the jokes that people like Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel make at his expense. in this era where corporations such as Paramount don't just ignore a president complaining,” Tapper said during his “The Lead” show on Friday.

“Don't just dismiss any thin-skinned leader, because we live in a country with a First Amendment right to mock the president,' he added. "That would be one thing, but no Paramount is in a bend-the-knee phase."

CBS announced on Thursday evening that “The Late Show" will end its run in May 2026.

“This is purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night. It is not related in any way to the show’s performance, content or other matters happening at Paramount,” the outlet said in a statement.

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