Kamala Harris set to make her first post-2024 election appearance on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' tonight.
In the world of late-night television, the relationship between Kamala Harris, Stephen Colbert, and Donald Trump has been a topic of interest. This dynamic is most evident on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where Harris has frequently appeared to discuss her political career, including her 2024 presidential campaign and her views on Trump.
A Historical Perspective
Kamala Harris made her first post-election interview appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in July 2025, coinciding with the announcement of her memoir, 107 Days. This book offers a behind-the-scenes look at her abbreviated 2024 campaign after Biden’s removal from the Democratic ticket. During this interview, Harris expressed her views on the American political system, calling it "broken" and lamenting its tendency to "capitulate" to Trump-like politics.
Current Scenario
As of mid-2025, Harris is not seeking elected office immediately but is speculated to possibly launch another White House campaign in 2028. On her return to The Late Show tonight, she is expected to discuss this speculation and more.
The current status of The Late Show itself is a subject of discussion. The show, known for its critical stance on Trump and his legacy, has been in the spotlight due to a $16 million settlement between CBS and President Trump. This settlement was due to claims of deceptive editing in an interview with Harris during the 2024 election, allegedly done to "tip the scales in favor of the Democratic party."
Despite the settlement, new episodes of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert are available to stream on Paramount+. The cancellation of the show has sparked discussions about freedom of speech and political bias in late-night television.
The Future
Tonight's appearance by Harris on The Late Show is particularly interesting given the ongoing controversy surrounding the CBS-Trump settlement. However, it is important to note that the cancellation of The Late Show has not been officially linked to Trump or the settlement.
The cancellation of The Late Show has not affected Stephen Colbert's appearance on the show tonight, July 31, as previously announced. Tune in to CBS Thursdays at 11:35 p.m. ET to catch the latest episode.
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- The ongoing controversy surrounding the CBS-Trump settlement adds an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming interview of Kamala Harris on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, as both parties have a history of addressing political topics, including Trump's presidency, general news, and even crime-and-justice issues, all through a critical lens.
- On social media platforms, discussions about the potential 2028 presidential campaign of Kamala Harris and the future of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert have started to intertwine the worlds of entertainment and politics, creating a buzz that reflects the show's long-standing impact on the general public's awareness and perception of current events.
