NewsBreitbartMay 6, 2026United States
Barack Obama Discusses Political Norms in Interview with Stephen Colbert
In a recent interview on 'The Late Show,' former President Barack Obama discussed his concerns regarding the politicization of the Justice Department and the military. He also engaged in a lighthearted exchange with host Stephen Colbert about the possibility of Colbert running for president.
Read the full story at BreitbartWhy It Matters
The former president's comments highlight ongoing public debate regarding the independence of federal institutions and the adherence to traditional norms in the executive branch.
Key Facts
- Barack Obama stated that the criminal justice system and the military should remain independent of political influence.
- Obama expressed that the President of the United States should not engage in 'side hustles'.
- Obama suggested that mechanisms are needed to ensure the military remains loyal to the Constitution rather than the individual president.
- Stephen Colbert's show, 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert', is scheduled to air its final episode on May 21.
- CBS announced the cancellation of 'The Late Show' last summer, citing financial reasons.
- Kash Patel, FBI Director, is cited as claiming the FBI lied to obtain surveillance warrants during the 2016 presidential campaign.
Who's Mentioned
personStephen Colbert“Host of The Late Show”personKash Patel“FBI Director”organizationCBS“Television network airing the interview”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”organizationBreitbart News“News outlet reporting on the interview”personBarack Obama“44th President of the United States”