Late-night host Seth Meyers has sharply criticized the Trump administration for focusing on unusual topics like military testosterone levels and aircraft carrier magnets while economic problems persist.
During a recent episode of Late Night, Meyers highlighted the contrast between everyday Americans' economic struggles and the administration's unconventional priorities.
He replayed 2024 campaign footage where promises were made to curb inflation and lower gas and grocery costs, goals Meyers argues remain unfulfilled.
Instead, Meyers pointed to recent public health developments, jokingly linking the administration to an outbreak of a highly publicized explosive diarrhea virus.
The host argued the administration's team has become preoccupied with strange issues rather than addressing critical national concerns.
He specifically targeted Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has frequently raised concerns about teenage sperm counts.
"Is there an erotic fiction section in Aarp magazine?" Meyers asked during the broadcast.
He compared Kennedy's lectures to those of a substitute gym teacher covering a health class and stated the fears were groundless, citing a study showing no scientific cause for panic.
Meyers then turned his attention to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who is pushing for annual testosterone checks within the U.
S. military.
"What about the war in Iran?" Meyers asked.
"Is testosterone gonna fix the war in Iran?"
He characterized the situation as highly unstable, noting the conflict continues with no clear resolution.
Meyers also addressed the administration's focus on naval technology, specifically the preference for steam-powered aircraft catapults over electric ones.
During a recent press conference, the president expressed strong frustration over electric catapults and wet magnets.
"I've never seen someone get this worked up about a fucking magnet," Meyers remarked.
He expressed skepticism that wet magnets pose a significant hazard, joking that such rules only apply to cellphones or fictional gremlins.
"You might want Pete Hegseth to check your testosterone levels," Meyers joked.
The segment also referenced reports that a White House teleprompter operator earned $100,000 on the Kalshi platform by betting on the content of administration speeches.
"Everyone's getting their grift on in the Trump White House!" Meyers said.
Meyers concluded by criticizing the ongoing expensive military conflict, noting that despite numerous claims a deal was imminent, no resolution has been reached.
"Send RFK Jr in there to talk about sperm counts and they'll surrender in like five minutes," Meyers suggested.
According to Meyers, citizens simply want daily life to become more affordable, yet they are met with constant scandals and bizarre debates over catapults, teleprompters, and testosterone.
