Jon Stewart Compares U.S. to 'Jake Paul' Amid Trump's Trade Warnings

On a recent episode of 'The Daily Show,' Jon Stewart criticized President Donald Trump's trade policies, particularly his tariffs on allies like Canada and the EU. He humorously questioned America's approach to international relations, likening the U.S. to 'the Jake Paul of nations' for targeting countries like Panama and Denmark. Stewart highlighted Trump's threats to reclaim the Panama Canal and purchase Greenland, mocking the idea that America is now looking for 'easy marks' instead of confronting larger global challenges. He also referenced Trump's contradictory statements about trade deals with Canada, playing clips from 2018 where Trump dubbed a prior agreement 'the best trade deal ever made.' Furthermore, Stewart expressed frustration with the Democratic response to Trump's actions, particularly criticizing Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for his ineffective messaging. He concluded by emphasizing the absurdity of the current state of U.S. foreign policy and trade relations.