Conan O’Brien (2025)
“Patriotism is supporting your country all of the time and your government when it deserves it.”
– Mark Twain
Conan O’Brien and several comedians used the Mark Twain Prize ceremony at the Kennedy Center to humorously criticize Donald Trump’s takeover of the venue, making it a platform for political commentary against his administration. The event featured multiple jokes and references aimed at Trump, highlighting the tension between the arts community and the current administration.