President Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy online after sharing an AI-generated video showing him throwing late-night host Stephen Colbert into a dumpster following the end of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
The viral clip, which was shared on Trump’s Truth Social account and later reposted by the White House on X with the caption “Bye-bye,” quickly triggered intense reactions across social media.
AI Video Sparks Online Reactions
In the 22-second AI-generated video, Trump appears to interrupt Colbert during his final monologue before grabbing him and tossing him headfirst into a green dumpster.
The clip reportedly used footage from Colbert’s May 21 finale at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York.
After throwing the comedian into the dumpster, the AI version of Trump is seen celebrating while the audience reacts in shock.
The video reportedly gathered hundreds of thousands of likes within hours of being posted online.
Colbert’s Show Ends After 11 Years
The controversy comes shortly after CBS officially aired the final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, ending his 11-year run as host.
Reports said the finale attracted about 6.7 million viewers and featured emotional tributes alongside performances from music legend Paul McCartney.
CBS had earlier announced the cancellation of the show, reportedly citing declining ratings and advertising revenue.
Colbert had remained one of Trump’s most vocal critics in American late-night television throughout both of Trump’s presidential terms.
Longstanding Feud Resurfaces
Trump and Colbert have maintained a tense public relationship for years, with the comedian regularly mocking the president on his show.
The latest AI video has now reignited debates over political satire, presidential conduct and the growing use of artificial intelligence in online political content.
Supporters of Trump described the video as humorous political trolling, while critics accused the president of promoting bullying and personal attacks against media figures.
Social Media Divided
The video quickly became a trending topic online, with reactions sharply divided along political lines.
Some conservative commentators praised the post, while progressive users and media critics condemned it as inappropriate and dangerous.
As of Saturday morning, the AI-generated clip continued circulating widely across multiple social media platforms, fueling another round of heated political debate in the United States.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 22, 2026