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Late-night hosts are meant to offer commentary on current events, but as political news unfolds at lightning speed, their pre-recorded segments often become stale by airtime. The likes of Kimmel and Colbert now risk sounding outdated, perhaps even foolish, as they tackle stories that may have changed significantly between taping and broadcast. The example cited involves late-night hosts making jokes about a tariff war before it had even begun, illustrating a disconnect that damages credibility and impacts audience engagement.