Jon Stewart Condemns Trump and Rubio’s UFC Outing Amid Iran Peace Talks

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:56:00 +0200

Comedian and 'The Daily Show' host Jon Stewart strongly criticized President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for attending a UFC fight the same day high-stakes negotiations with Iran were underway in Pakistan. The segment aired during Monday night’s episode, where Stewart mocked the administration’s priorities, suggesting that the leaders seemed to value front-row seats at a sporting event more than participating in crucial diplomatic talks. According to Stewart, both Trump and Rubio were seen at the fight, leaving Vice President JD Vance to lead the delicate negotiations with Iran. The talks, which lasted only one day, ended without a deal or notable progress. Stewart’s commentary highlighted the absurdity of the situation, employing irony and humor to underscore what he viewed as a striking lack of seriousness from top U.S. officials regarding foreign policy and international peace efforts. His remarks also reflected broader frustrations about how entertainment and sp