Comedian Jordan Klepper, a co-host of ‘The Daily Show,’ shared his experience meeting with young male Trump voters, describing them as ‘pretty kind’ and not as hostile as he expected. The encounter was part of his upcoming documentary, ‘MAG, The Next Generation,’ which explores the dynamics of Trump’s support among college-aged men. Klepper, who previously criticized Trump’s policies, found most of the young voters to be more interested in the celebrity aspect of Trump than political rhetoric. He suggested that the MAGA movement’s influence could wane as it loses the attention and fame associated with Trump.
In a recent interview with Variety, Klepper revealed his initial cynicism about the youth, expecting them to be confrontational and divisive. However, his interactions with the young voters revealed a different narrative, where kindness and enthusiasm for Trump’s persona outweighed political ideology. Klepper noted that the algorithms on social media platforms amplify aggressive and hyperbolic content, which in turn shapes public discourse. This insight led him to believe that the MAGA movement’s political relevance could diminish once it no longer receives the spotlight and celebrity attention it currently enjoys.
Despite his positive take on the interactions, Klepper is also aware of the broader challenges facing his show and its parent company, Paramount. The company is embroiled in a billion-dollar lawsuit with Trump, who accused CBS News of election interference during a ’60 Minutes’ interview. Longtime ’60 Minutes’ producer Bill Owens resigned in April, adding to the mounting pressure on Paramount. Although Klepper hasn’t faced direct pressure from Paramount to alter his content, he remains uncertain about the future of free speech in the media industry. ‘The future is always a big question mark,’ Klepper remarked, emphasizing his commitment to enjoying the current state of his show while acknowledging the uncertainties ahead.