Former US President Donald Trump has become the punchline of late-night comedy once again after a baffling verbal slip during a recent campaign rally. The Republican frontrunner left audiences scratching their heads when he bizarrely referenced "pirates" instead of "pilots" while discussing aviation.
Late-Night Hosts Feast on Trump's Latest Blunder
Jimmy Kimmel led the charge with a scathing monologue: "Apparently in Trump's version of history, Amelia Earhart was captured by Somali pirates," the ABC host quipped. "This is what happens when you spend more time watching 'Pirates of the Caribbean' than intelligence briefings."
Stephen Colbert didn't hold back either, suggesting Trump's confusion stemmed from his legal troubles: "Of course he's thinking about pirates - he's currently being pursued by several law firms trying to collect their fees."
The Infamous Speech Moment
During his New Hampshire rally, Trump veered into strange territory while attempting to praise aviation pioneers: "We had pirates, you know, in the old days... the greatest pirates..." before quickly correcting himself. Political analysts note this isn't the first time the 77-year-old has mixed up words during his 2024 campaign trail.
Social Media Erupts
The gaffe sparked viral memes across platforms, with users photoshopping Trump into pirate costumes and creating mock "Presidential Pirate" merchandise. Some critics argue these moments distract from serious policy discussions, while others see them as revealing glimpses into the candidate's mental acuity.
As the election season heats up, political satirists show no signs of letting up on Trump's verbal missteps - ensuring every bizarre moment becomes late-night gold.
