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Jimmy Fallon Mocks Trump’s AI Comments

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Jimmy Fallon expressed skepticism about Donald Trump’s ability to handle artificial intelligence concerns during a segment on "The Tonight Show." Fallon quipped, "We’re relying on Trump to beat A. I.; I don’t even think Trump can beat Wordle," mocking the former president’s confidence in managing AI risks. He imitated Trump suggesting AI should be renamed "American Intelligence" and recalled Trump previously confusing A.

I. with "American Idol," saying Trump had consulted Ryan Seacrest for reassurance. Fallon also criticized Trump’s apparent enthusiasm for AI-generated images, noting he’s "not eager to stop something that lets him make photos of himself as Jesus riding a bald eagle." The segment highlighted Trump’s Truth Social post claiming only a "STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT" could provide necessary AI guardrails. Fallon’s remarks were part of a broader Late Night Roundup featuring commentary from Bill Maher and updates on upcoming late-night guests like Stephen Colbert on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," as well as cultural moments such as Macklemore’s protest performance and removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour.