Stormy Calls Trump an “Orange Turd” in Wild Testimony; Greene Booed by Republicans: A Closer Look

Late Night with Seth Meyers
9 May 202410:43

TLDRIn a week marked by embarrassment for Republicans, Stormy Daniels' testimony in Donald Trump's criminal trial brought further humiliation as she detailed her affair with him. Simultaneously, Marjorie Taylor Greene faced internal party backlash for her unsuccessful attempt to unseat Speaker Mike Johnson. The political focus on Trump's trial has somewhat overshadowed Greene's antics, which are likened to a cat's jealous behavior after the introduction of a new baby. Greene's motion to remove Johnson was met with boos from her Republican peers, highlighting a growing rift within the party. The summary also touches on the Trump legal team's unsuccessful attempts to discredit Daniels, including a social media post where she referred to Trump as an 'orange turd,' which was officially entered into evidence. The script concludes by calling for Republicans to reflect on how their party became associated with such scandalous behavior, questioning the values they represent.

Takeaways

  • 📰 Stormy Daniels' testimony in Donald Trump's criminal trial continues to embarrass Republicans and provide salacious details about their affair.
  • 🗣️ Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to oust speaker Mike Johnson was met with boos from her Republican colleagues, highlighting internal party strife.
  • 😹 The political focus on Trump's trial has overshadowed other figures like Greene, who has been acting out for attention.
  • 🎭 Greene's motion to remove the speaker was quickly dismissed, and she was publicly criticized by her own party members.
  • 🤦‍♂️ Republicans are urged to reflect on how they ended up with figures like Greene, who is known for controversial statements and actions.
  • 👏 The Democratic party, despite its issues, does not have the same level of public infighting or figures that polarize their own members.
  • 🤔 Trump's support for Greene is highlighted, with him praising her intelligence and loyalty at rallies.
  • 😓 The trial is likened to a game show where Trump has to endure silence while facing public humiliation.
  • 📉 Trump's defense team's attempts to discredit Stormy Daniels backfired, with her testimony causing further embarrassment.
  • 🧐 Daniels' social media posts, including a tweet referring to Trump as an 'orange turd,' were entered into evidence and discussed in court.
  • 🤨 The trial and the Republican party's situation serve as a call for self-reflection on how they became associated with such controversial figures and actions.

Q & A

  • What was the context of Stormy Daniels' return to the stand in Donald Trump's criminal trial?

    -Stormy Daniels returned to the stand to discuss further humiliating details about her affair with Donald Trump, contributing to an already embarrassing week for Republicans.

  • Why did Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to remove speaker Mike Johnson receive boos from her Republican colleagues?

    -The motion was seen as a failed and perhaps self-serving attempt that did not align with the party's interests, leading to the negative reaction from her own colleagues.

  • What was the general sentiment towards Marjorie Taylor Greene among Republicans after the incident?

    -The sentiment was negative, with even her own GOP colleagues holding a press conference to criticize her, indicating that she had become widely disliked within her own party.

  • How did the speaker, as portrayed in the script, feel about the timing of Donald Trump's affair with Stormy Daniels?

    -The speaker highlighted that the timing of the affair, which occurred months after Trump's wife gave birth, was particularly inappropriate, though they also humorously noted that there is no good time in a marriage to have an affair with a porn star.

  • What was the defense lawyer's strategy when questioning Stormy Daniels in court?

    -The defense lawyer attempted to paint Stormy Daniels as someone motivated entirely by money and to discredit her character, suggesting she tried to extort Trump.

  • How did Stormy Daniels respond to the defense lawyer's questioning about her intentions to publicly announce her relationship with Trump?

    -Daniels stated that nobody would want to publicly announce having sex with Trump and that she wanted to defend herself publicly against any implications or accusations.

  • What was the reaction of MSNBC anchors to the defense's use of Stormy Daniels' social media posts as evidence?

    -The MSNBC anchors found it necessary to read out loud an exchange from court where a tweet from Daniels referring to 'an orange turd' was entered into evidence, highlighting the defense's strategy backfiring and further embarrassing Trump.

  • What was the public's perception of Donald Trump during the trial, as depicted in the script?

    -The script suggests that the public, and particularly his own party, viewed Trump as a figure of ridicule and scandal, facing a trial that was both humiliating and politically damaging.

  • How did the speaker describe the situation Republicans found themselves in, in relation to the political movement they created?

    -The speaker described the situation as a self-made predicament, where the Republicans had elevated individuals like Marjorie Taylor Greene and continued to support Trump, despite the negative implications and allegations against him.

  • What was the tone of the overall script in relation to the political figures mentioned?

    -The tone was highly critical and satirical, using humor to highlight the perceived absurdity and hypocrisy of the situations and actions of the political figures involved.

  • What was the significance of the phrase 'orange turd' in the context of the court proceedings?

    -The phrase 'orange turd' was significant as it was used by Stormy Daniels on social media in reference to Trump, and it became a part of the official court record during her testimony, further emphasizing the contentious and public nature of the trial.

Outlines

00:00

😳 Embarrassment for Republicans and Trump's Criminal Trial

The first paragraph discusses the ongoing embarrassment for Republicans as Stormy Daniels testifies in Donald Trump's criminal trial regarding their affair. It also covers the internal conflict within the Republican party regarding Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to oust speaker Mike Johnson, which was met with disapproval from her own colleagues. The narrative highlights the Republican party's current focus on Trump's criminal trial and the lack of attention given to Marjorie Taylor Greene's antics. The paragraph ends with a satirical take on Greene's motives and the Republican party's response to her actions.

05:01

😂 Trump's Affair and the Backfire in Court

The second paragraph delves into the details of Trump's alleged affair with a porn star and the subsequent political fallout. It satirically addresses the Republican party's attempt to downplay the scandal and the public humiliation Trump faces during the trial. The summary includes a discussion on Stormy Daniels' testimony, highlighting how Trump's defense lawyers' strategy to discredit her backfired, and how the use of her social media posts in court ended up further embarrassing Trump. The paragraph concludes with a humorous analogy comparing the trial to a Japanese game show with a physical punishment element.

10:06

🤔 A Moment for Republican Self-Reflection

The third paragraph calls for a moment of reckoning and self-reflection among Republicans. It questions how the party ended up supporting a president who is accused of defrauding voters by covering up an affair with a porn star. The title uses a term that was part of the evidence in the trial to encapsulate the overall situation. The summary emphasizes the gravity of the situation and the need for the Republican party to evaluate their choices and the consequences of their political movement.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Stormy Daniels

Stormy Daniels is an adult film actress who is involved in a legal and public relations controversy with former President Donald Trump. In the script, she is mentioned as having testified in Trump's criminal trial, discussing details about their alleged affair. Her testimony is portrayed as embarrassing for Trump and the Republican party.

💡Donald Trump

Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, is a central figure in this transcript as he is the subject of a criminal trial where Stormy Daniels is a key witness. The script discusses the implications of the trial on Trump's image and the Republican party's reputation.

💡Affair

The term 'affair' in this context refers to the alleged extramarital relationship between Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels. The script suggests that this affair is a significant aspect of the criminal trial and has led to public humiliation for those involved.

💡Hush money

Hush money is a payment made to someone to prevent them from disclosing certain information, often of a scandalous or damaging nature. In the script, it is mentioned that Trump is accused of paying hush money to Stormy Daniels to cover up their alleged affair.

💡Marjorie Taylor Greene

Marjorie Taylor Greene is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives who is depicted in the script as having faced criticism and booing from her own party for attempting to oust Speaker Mike Johnson. Her actions and the reaction they garnered are used to highlight internal conflicts within the Republican party.

💡Uniparty

The term 'uniparty' is used in the script to describe a perceived lack of distinction between the Republican and Democratic parties, suggesting that both work together against the interests of the American people. It is used sarcastically to criticize political behavior.

💡Backhanded compliment

A backhanded compliment is a remark that seems to be a compliment but also contains an insult or negative implication. In the script, it is used to describe comments made about Marjorie Taylor Greene's intelligence, suggesting she is not as smart as she should be for her role.

💡C-SPAN

C-SPAN is a public service television network that provides coverage of the U.S. House of Representatives and other public affairs events. In the script, it is humorously noted that even the operators of C-SPAN are not watching their own network, indicating the perceived lack of interest in the proceedings being discussed.

💡Porn star

The term 'porn star' refers to an actor in the adult film industry. In the script, it is used to describe Stormy Daniels and to emphasize the sensational and controversial nature of the allegations against Trump.

💡Smear job

A smear job is a tactic used in politics or other areas where one party spreads negative, often false or exaggerated, information about another to damage their reputation. In the script, it is suggested that the trial and Stormy Daniels' testimony are part of a political smear job against Trump.

💡Orange Turd

The phrase 'Orange Turd' is a derogatory term used in the script to refer to Donald Trump, highlighting the negative and disrespectful language used in the public discourse about the former president. It is entered into evidence during the trial and becomes a point of discussion in the court.

Highlights

Stormy Daniels returned to the stand in Donald Trump's criminal trial, discussing further details about their affair.

Republicans faced internal conflict over Marjorie Taylor Greene's failed attempt to oust speaker Mike Johnson.

Greene's motion to remove Mike Johnson was met with boos from her Republican colleagues.

The political world is focused on Trump's criminal trial, overshadowing other political figures.

Marjorie Taylor Greene is compared to a cat acting out after a new baby's arrival in the household.

Greene's motion was quickly dismissed by her GOP colleagues, who then criticized her publicly.

Republicans are urged to reflect on how their party has reached its current state, with figures like Greene and Trump at the forefront.

Trump's defense lawyer's attempt to discredit Stormy Daniels backfired, with Daniels defending her public image.

Stormy Daniels' testimony included descriptions of Trump's attire and a personal interaction that Trump had to listen to.

Trump's lawyers used Daniels' social media posts against her, inadvertently causing further embarrassment to Trump.

Daniels clarified in court that her tweet referring to an 'orange turd' was indeed about Trump.

The trial has been described as a political smear job against Trump, focusing on his personal life.

The defense's questioning of Daniels led to an uncomfortable moment for Trump, as she stated no one would want to admit to having sex with him.

The trial is compared to a Japanese game show where Trump has to endure silence while others speak ill of him.

The trial's humiliation is seen as a reflection of the political movement that has supported Trump.

Republicans are questioned on their continued support for Trump despite the ongoing allegations and trial.

The trial is a moment of reckoning for Republicans, questioning how their party came to support figures like Trump.