Top 10 Times Jon Stewart Destroyed Politicians

[@WatchMojo]

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[@Jesusfreak79]

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[@jimbo9208]

@@Jesusfreak79 no one cares stop using alter accounts

[@StanHalen1936]

​@@Jesusfreak79no one likes you

[@trumptouchesivanka]

This should be a TOP 20, not a top 10

[@TimLoyalToWifeHaterFreeZoneA]

Love It WatchMojo.

[@Sly88Frye]

I'd love to see Jon Stewart be a presidential debate moderator. He wouldn't take sides. He calls out everyone.

[@freedomfest2741]

No, he does take sides, he is paid by the same billionaires corporations like big pharma, military industrial complex, which is why now he is all for the vaccine, and all about sending money to Ukraine, if he was a truth teller he would be persecuted and never allowed on TV, since he is a propagandists he is celebrated and loved, by people like yourself.

[@catherinewilliams9680]

He'd actually turn off their microphones.

[@ICantThinkOfANameB]

God, can you imagine the Trump debates?

[@nmstranger]

"moderator" Nah he should run for president

[@kindlelitarj4847]

PIN THIS!

[@Iarenzo]

Jon Stewart is a national treasure. So glad he’s back on the daily show

[@biocapsule7311]

It is however rather concerning that he always look a bit jaundice on the show... not sure whether it's his makeup or some health problems.

[@the1magageneral323]

No he is not, he is a establishment talentless leftist.

[@jerushamaxwell281]

Jon's natural talents as a host performer go far and above anyone else attempting the same effects! And his forceful compassion for the seriously ill 911 first responders booted a shamed Congress to pass the long neglected bill for their continued support. What a man!

[@the1magageneral323]

He is just a woke establishment trash hack

[@Yelena_Nekrassova]

👍

[@movespammerguyteam7colors]

Yeah, him ripping into the entirety of congress about why the September 11th first responders are not getting full coverage in healthcare is probably the strongest argument he has ever made. The fact that he even pointed out that a large portion of congress was absent when it was his turn to discuss the issue with them is the most upsetting part of the whole situation.

[@dee_dee_place]

Stewart also waited in the halls of the Capitol for Mitch McConnell, who refused to see him in his office, & as soon as Stewart saw McConnell, he got right up into his face & said (paraphrased), "Pass the damn bill." I will always have the greatest respect for the tenacity Jon Stewart showed to ensure that our 9/11 heroes were taken care of properly. That's the least we could do for our first responders.

[@williamhess180]

My guess is they stayed away on purpose because they knew they didn't have a chance and would just look bad in front of the camera

[@kaylapounds1359]

Frfr congress should make the minimum wage of the state they live in and only get paid for when they work. Why are they treated better than the average citizen? Congress is one of the lowest levels of the government career.

[@susiejohnson4530]

@@kaylapounds1359 AMEN!!! Senators too. I was a teacher in MS!! you gotta LOVE what you do and not CARE about what you're paid to be a teacher in MS!!

[@seantlewis376]

Jon Stewart, a comedian, is better at asking follow-up questions than anyone who calls themself a journalist.

[@the1magageneral323]

Not really he is a hack. far better conservative journalists like Epoch Times Bannon warroom are far better than leftist hacks like Jon Stewart who just gets their news from headlines and don't real the constitution or rule of law.

[@eifelitorn]

the one he did with Rice & Clinton was horrible tho

[@malikevans2615]

​@@eifelitorn😢oiooi🎉oi

[@malikevans2615]

​@@eifelitorn😢😢😢😢oo🎉 3:01 😂

[@mrledhead68]

Overestimate his property values and did NOT pay his favor share of taxes. Guess the laugh is on U.S.

[@vg4life]

Mojo called it on number 1 moment when Jon testified for 9/11 responders. I think seeing that clip made me cry. He’s a Fkn legend

[@Barrythevol]

It is amazing that a comedian doing a commentary program one night a week, is better prepared for the show than any news person is. It is why he was consistently voted as the most trusted new source on TV when he was the full-time host of the Daily Show.

[@seantlewis376]

I remember the episode following Trump's announcement that he was running for President in June 2015. Jon had already announced his retirement for the fall. After showing the footage of the Don descending the escalator, Jon screamed up at the sky, "Why now? This is comedy gold!" Obviously at the time no one expected Trump to win 2016, but he did.

[@CraigMcGuinn]

Trump’s announcement was in early July 2015. I know it’s a small detail: but I know for sure because I moved into my college dorm for my freshman year on July 1, 2015 and Trump’s announcement happened in the next 48 hours

[@lemaygaming6952]

He had faith his fellow Americans weren’t that dumb. He was mistaken.

[@MrLigmenarxis]

Jon Stewart going after the defense secretary on why the military can pass an audit was a good one 😂

[@kevinrennie3856]

I like that he doesn’t just go after one side or the other he stays unbiased, like a good journalist should do.

[@lemaygaming6952]

@@kevinrennie3856He’s not unbiased, no one is. Journalist should be objective, not unbiased. If one side objectively lies more than the other, you should call them out more.

[@ansdguy1]

Stuart is a national treasure. He sees the BS and hypocrisy in our government and calls it out for the nation to see and hear.

[@mrledhead68]

Like overestimating his property value and NOT paying his favor share of taxes. Worse than Trump!!

[@kaylapounds1359]

​@@mrledhead68oh no. Trump has grifted, lied and scammed so many times. My God, would you give money to Taylor Swift to pay for her concert tours overseas? Would you pay for the legal fees of Cardi B or Lizzo or R Kelly? Why should you pay for rich people? But trump, who claims to be a billionaire, is always begging for money.

[@Ultimaton100]

@@mrledhead68That lie was exposed and debunked last week.

[@danevertt3210]

@@mrledhead68 is this how you spend your free time?

[@kelst75]

It's s scary when comedians know more about politics than the politicians.

[@thebeatlesloveisallyouneed]

They don't

[@kirstygunn4523]

John does he has fought for people and gone after corruption while he was away from the daily show

[@multiyapples]

@@thebeatlesloveisallyouneedapparently they do.

[@OratoryJamesIV]

@@thebeatlesloveisallyouneed They really do, buddy.

[@mgsxmike]

​@@thebeatlesloveisallyouneedfound the MAGA supporter

[@notimeleft1]

Jon Stewart is something news media and congress needs. I’m happy he’s back on the daily show but someone give this man a hug for all the work he does as a comedian and journalist. He does more for america by holding politicians to account more than our corporate owned media outlets.

[@mrledhead68]

He should be jail next to Trump.

[@danevertt3210]

@@mrledhead68 you should read up on a topic before spewing your nonsense

[@joshmaltais5322]

The GOAT Jon Stewart. Only sad that he’s doing Monday nights and not just exclusively the whole week.

[@batgurrl]

Jon Stewart has been a national treasure for years and his return to The Daily Show is like a breath of Fresh air. Excellent list. His Pizza Rant and Takedown of Tucker Carlson on Crossfire remain EPIC. His relentless work for the 911 First responders getting well deserved benefits was HEROIC. I love him❤

[@bully.of.broad.st.3626]

That speech in front of 3% of congress is powerful. To think they had to beg for first responders of 9/11 after they all tweeted "Never Forget" Disgusting!

[@MG6960]

I love that shot of Mitch McConnell walking into the Senate chamber to vote for the 9/11 bill after opposing it's passing. Jon Stewart is standing in the doorway smirking at McConnell as he passes.

[@triky5384]

People like mcconnell (no capital letter on purpose) show the worst a human can be.

[@jojojojo4332]

​@@triky5384 want to know the worst thing, macco is inside as dead as the skin colour of his hand

[@TornSparrow1974]

His going after Congress never fails to give me chills and tear up quite a bit.. National treasure, indeed...

[@dub2459]

Comedians always destroy people with logic, it’s what they specialize in.

[@ThawtsForFood]

We need a president like John Stewart; truly knowledgeable, truly caring, and willing to challenge either side on their bs

[@christianromero6604]

I also like when he called out Oreilly on his bullshit, and on his very on show, even the cameraman and producer u clld hear laughing at how bad oreilly got schooled 😅

[@MartyWoodcock]

Politicians words should be taken as: "pweese beweeve me now, not when I contwadick me"

[@philipglover3295]

I remember doing my degree in politics and reading an article that said young people were more likely to get their news from Jon Stewart and others like him than any of the major networks

[@Mikeprocurator]

That’s clearly Gatorade

[@WatchMojo]

Yes indeed! Thanks for letting us know of the mistake! You are clearly a more eagle eyed electrolytes enthusiast!

[@greghartshorne6621]

Thank you! I’m glad someone else caught that lol

[@joshjones1848]

Jon Stewart for president

[@Adam.Langton]

So glad he's back.

[@R4Y2k]

You can literally tell what's wrong with america just by looking at the title of this video. Jon Stewart doesn't "destroy politicians" or inflict "political takedowns" on them. It's just journalism they way it should be. Asking questions and not let them off the hook before they gave an honest answer.

[@keladorn7786]

Stewart for President 2028! Your number 1 was absolutely correct

[@jangisslen292]

He’s too smart for that.

[@greyrzeznik775]

​@@jangisslen292He is far more valuable left to his own devices than dealing with a cockblock congress.

[@sportgamer3255]

The pizza segment will forever go down in history 😂

[@bisonchicka]

Jon is an American hero if we’re being honest.

[@jo-annbastings]

I love that man! His intelligence, his education, his humor, everything in this guy screams common sense. It would take much more people like him, in the United States, to prove the world that that country is still capable to produce the best quality of human beings ready to make a difference and be an example to follow.

[@chesterV72]

Saw the full testimony before congress for the 9/11 first responder and it made me cry. Such a shame. Seeing Johnson there nodding, while his party (and himself) were the ones trying to stop the payments makes me sick. Ever since I have been a fan of John.

[@shiloistone3453]

I’m more bugged on how the narrator called Gatorade Powerade 😂😂😂

[@youdontknowme8129]

That's MOJO for ya.

[@WatchMojo]

Yes indeed! Thanks for letting us know of the mistake! You are clearly a more eagle eyed electrolytes enthusiast!

[@WatchMojo]

@@youdontknowme8129 darn Canadians and their lack of appreciation for electrolytes!

[@kevinrennie3856]

I’d love to see him have an actual interview of trump. Trump is too much of a coward to do that because he knows Stewart would rip him a new one.

[@NCIStracephone]

Thank you Jon Stewart for standing up for us as first responders and veterans. You have my admiration and respect.

[@alexanderscalzo340]

This is why I love Jon Stewart. He’s absolutely one of the most funniest yet ingenious men u could ever meet. And love he can do zingers on any politicians. I maybe a liberal but I choose not to join any party cuz I hate politicians no matter. Nothing good comes from joining in politics.

[@TheAbrantino]

I love how people in the US say Pelosi etc are left wing

[@paulweston8408]

Remember the good ol' days when we thought there surly couldn't be a president as bad as George W. Bush for at least a few decades? Bush was so bad, we as a nation decided "fu*k it, let's give the black guy a chance!" We were so naive back then. And that led to a small but VERY outspoken group of Americans to take the statement "how stupid can you be," more literal than most thought humanly possible!!! Nowadays, so many of us still apologizing to W. and would take four more years of him over four seconds of Trump.

[@racingBandit98]

I'm not American, but his speech to congress on behalf of 9/11 responders is what true politics and conviction look like. Bless you Jon!

[@ronniefranco512]

Remember when comedians were just that? Now politicians are all a joke.

[@spinflux]

The ones who try to be serious are still treated like clowns BY clowns because clowns can’t see anything except through the lens of a clown. We had a pandemic treated like it was a QAnon drop, by idiots. It’s tedious.

[@scottcard7624]

John is great !!!!!!! Tell's the truth

[@Toddie_Royal]

The crossfire guest appearance needed to be on this list, but outside of that great picks!

[@aaronleedescombes]

It’s funny because when people go after him he says “I’m just a comedian” it’s a great trick to use to avoid talking about your own shortcomings.

[@angelam5782]

Anyone else see Mike Johnson looking sheepish in the no 1 entry? 🙄

[@BurdieFromHell]

It would be so scary to accept an interview with him.

[@jeannehall6546]

Love a man who goes after everybody!😂🤣

[@gustavosuarez3096]

Jon must run for the presidency. He will do a lot more than any other politician in our country

[@grimb8kn748]

My fav clip is his impersonation takedown of Glen Beck. Still makes me bust a gut laughing.

[@Animeguy300]

Jon Stewart is the Man

[@chriswillis515]

They walk in expecting a comedian, they get a journalist par excellence

[@RobertSchroeder-f9c]

Jon always does his research and no matter who his guests are they’re not going to catch him off guard. He’s completely fare and balanced and not one sided he’s critical to the failings of either party and calls them out for their failures.

[@jreg182]

Famiglia’s was in Phoenix Sky Harbor, not Atlanta. That was Gatorade, not Powerade.

[@awopbopaloobopawopbamboom5041]

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[@mcflyguy8873]

Rod Blagojevich is a great Trump comparison

[@jasonsmith2759]

If bored, look at his interview with Anderson Cooper. He was trying to pass himself off as a political prisoner and compared himself to Nelson Mandela and Cooper just lost it

[@mattkoch5834]

His deep dish hatred is legendary. But i respect him the most for his passion when he goes before Congress. From 9/11 to veterans, he fights with passion, honor, and respect.

[@joyuschak1681]

Jon Stewart- a class act. I would vote for him as President in a heartbeat. Shame he has too much Integrity to run.

[@victors8465]

Unfortunately, the duopoly that is the two party system of politics in the United States would completely overwhelm Stewart. It's a machine that's serves to protect itself from any attempts to make it more accountable (or transparent) to the people that elect its members.

[@yellowautumns7148]

I love how he doesn’t let any side pull any bs or get away with anything

[@bully.of.broad.st.3626]

Jon Stewart schooling politicians on how to govern...sad, but hilarious!

[@playinglifeoneasy9226]

We cannot even begin to consider ourselves a great nation if we equivocate the healthcare and the Goldstar families of the first responders and people who were injured or killed and 911 how could we possibly have $9 trillion to throw at the sand and Iraq but we won’t pay for the cancer treatment of the heroes, who went back day after day digging through the rubble that’s disgusting.

[@djleandromusic]

I recommend for everyone to watch the full Nathan Dahm interview .... I have never seen anyone get eviscerated like that before

[@Devyn89]

I'm still so mad at Apple for letting Stewart go, his show was incredible.

[@gcduran12]

I like Jon he calls out everyone. Both parties and all.

[@waterandshovelgardening]

Jon Stewart brings truth, common sense, and reasonableness to the propaganda of politics. We NEED more Jon Stewart please.

[@ReynaReactsandReviews]

Love the background music

[@iorn9814]

Stewart is the only comedian who can say he talks truth to power

[@keithblevins484]

I was watching Crossfire the day when Jon took down Tucker in a series of biting statements. [quotes are approximate from memory - too lazy to look them up.] "No, I'm not going to be your monkey." JS: "Tell me, how old are you?" TC: "35" [? about that] JS: "And you're still wearing a bow tie?" ... TC: "I thought you were going to be funny. You're funny on your own show." JS: "Yeah, and you're a dick no matter what show you're on." The following Monday on The Daily Show, Jon started, "So what have you all been up to lately?" [Sheepishly] "I called a guy a dick on his own show."

[@albertvalenzuela2282]

The only problem with this list is that it’s not longer, Stewart is a perfect example of how intelligence and principles fares against ignorance and corruption.

[@user-em6ie2be7x]

Jon Stewart destroying Tucker Carlson on Crossfire is still one of The Most Watched Videos on KZbin. 🧏🏿‍♂️🙆🏼‍♀️

[@MarcosMoviola]

I will never eat pizza like Trump again.

[@mamakat114]

Him addressing Congress on behalf of the 9/11 first responders was an unforgettable moment.

[@FoxxyFire-HellFrost]

I love Jon Stewart. He's both funny and incredibly intelligent which makes him the perfect comedian. He knows how to balance humor with facts. I live watching him do serious debates with politicians because he asks the questions that no one else seems to have the balls to ask. He also shows he isn't partisan, as he goes after dems AND the GOP. I love getting to watch him back on The Daily Show again. He really flourishes when he's in front of a camera.

[@josephgarner94]

This man is a legend

[@Tenebrous227]

Jon Stewart is a national treasure

[@WillS724]

I LOVE Stewart. Bummed he hasn't announced a run at the white house

[@ElvisRose_]

The politicians and others who have underestimated him assume he's unintelligent and uninformed on the issues because he's a political satirist but if they watched his shows or heard him speak, they'd see as his fanbase does that he's highly intelligent, always well informed, and actually looking for solutions to problems not settling for complacency nor does he think Americans should be forced to accept incompetence from either side.

[@ohkay7418]

The best is yet to come

[@timothymclain]

Jon is a treasure. Smart. On point.

[@mrledhead68]

overestimating his property, worse than Trump. Yeah, smart!

[@RumRomeo-mu2up]

@@mrledhead68 you’ve heard of fake propaganda?. That’s what you fell for, and spreading. The property was valued at 14M and Jon sold it to the highest bidder. Trump lied about the square feet of the property, which is FRAUD. 2 Totally different situations. Cultist 🤡

[@RumRomeo-mu2up]

@@mrledhead68 It’s too bad for your lies that one didn’t commit fraud and the one you’re trying to defend did. So that means you’re voting for trump the criminal right?

[@RumRomeo-mu2up]

@@mrledhead68 Lies you believed and spreading. The property was valued at 14M and Jon sold it to the highest bidder. Trump LIED about the square feet of the property, which is FRAUD. 2 Totally different situations.

[@zoyadulzura7490]

Jon Stewart is a pro at blending absurdity with hard-hitting truth. In a better world, he'd be able to interview anyone he wanted.

[@ashnoz793]

Jon Stewart is always for the people ❤

[@DeltaElites]

Jon Stewart's best take down would have to be Tucker Carlson in Crossfire. I've been a fan of Jon ever since.

[@ICantThinkOfANameB]

The 9/11 testimony and the gun rights interview was just so powerful to watch. The 9/11 one because anyone who claims to be a patriot should have taken care of these people YEARS ago with no quibbles, and the gun rights interviewee had the attitude of an old man stuck in his ways dismissing the real facts of someone who ACTUALLY knew what the hell they were talking about.

[@C0D3R_MX]

Imagine someone like Jon Stewart as the leader of the U.S.; analytical, concise, prepared, calling out others on their BS... if only he'd take up the mantle. He doesn't want it and doesn't seek it out, but that in itself makes him the leader we need.

[@jeffl.9633]

Most honorable mention: Jon Stewart telling the hosts of _Crossfire_ that they were hurting America and that they should stop, leading to the demise of _Crossfire._ On January 5, 2005, CNN President Jon Klein announced that the network had cut ties with Tucker Carlson and would be cancelling _Crossfire_. Klein explicitly cited Stewart's on-air criticism of Crossfire as a factor in the network's decision, commenting, "I agree wholeheartedly with Jon's overall premise". [Edit] Corrected a first line typo.

[@4bschaum]

i haven't watched these in ages haha never lost a step, WatchMojo Lady

[@seanswinton6242]

Jon Stewart vs. Tucker Carlson was the best!!!

[@ToniWellons]

John Stewart is a National Treasure ❤

[@MusicMan1965]

Mike Johnson has the same damn, indifferent, negative look that he had at the SOTU!

[@usm05065]

A glaring omission is his work getting the PACT Act through the senate

[@19dmf17]

A living legend 🙌🏻

[@rcisneros8567]

Jon has been such an amazing force, he is definitely going to be part of history.

[@dario6253]

Thank you Jon.

[@carlsonaaron78]

kudos for pronouncing coup de grâce correctly

[@gregchandler900]

He’s the best!!!

[@divamh10]

Between john fighting for 9/11 survivors n the pact act for veterans he is a true patriot n American icon

[@southernweather25]

I loved Jon Stewart for years watching him on the daily show. THEN I found out his political side and made me love him even more. What he did for 9/11 first responders brings tears to my eyes every time I watch the videos.

[@shazbazzy]

Love this dude

[@bbsy1]

The gun control one is especially great because all the gun nuts think he looked unprepared for the debate.

[@andytsui55]

stewart/colbert 2024

[@kevinwest3689]

I clicked on it for the title and didn't realize it was mojo. This channel is like Watching a basketball game on TV while Listening to a football game on the radio. 🤫

[@andreassperling2823]

You missed out on the talk with Tucker Carlson

[@EmiIsHerexo]

If you're a politician going to do an interview with Jon Stewart, you better be the most perfect politician ever or prepare to get torn apart, no matter which party you belong to.

[@think2023]

President Jon Stewart Al Franken speaker Katie porter sec of treasury Who would you add?

[@RobertSchroeder-f9c]

I love how Jon Stewart calls politicians out on their outrageous B/S. He did the same thing before congress for the 9/11 emergency workers exposed to cancer causing agents while cleaning up in the aftermath of 9/11 and military personnel who were exposed to chemical poisons while working on military bases since 9/11.