VIDEO Trump Rambles About "Oringes" and Windmills: A Closer Look

Trump Rambles About "Oringes" and Windmills: A Closer Look In a recent segment from Late Night with Seth Meyers, the host delved into an absurd speech delivered by President Trump to a gathering of Republicans, highlighting some of the more bizarre statements and claims he made. The focus of the segment was on Trump's peculiar mispronunciation of "origins," repeatedly referring to it as "oranges," which set the tone for a comedic yet critical analysis of his rhetoric.

Key Highlights from the Segment:​

• Confusion Over Speech: The speech featured Trump claiming that the noise from windmills could cause cancer, a assertion that left many puzzled. This was accompanied by a humorous imitation of windmill sounds, illustrating the absurdity of his comments.
• Trump's Preoccupation with the Mueller Report: Seth Meyers discussed how Trump seemed fixated on the Mueller investigation, insisting on probing the "oranges" of the inquiry rather than addressing pressing national matters. Meyers cleverly pointed out the irony in how the official White House transcript had to adapt to Trump's verbal spontaneity, reflecting a growing pattern of linguistic errors that have become a hallmark of his speeches.
• Political Context: Meyers contrasted Trump's amusing yet perplexing remarks with the more substantive political discourse from the Democratic candidates, particularly regarding critical topics like healthcare and climate change. This juxtaposition underscored a divide in priorities, especially in light of pressing issues that voters care about, such as economic stability and environmental policy.
• Meyers’ Take on Voter Priorities: Throughout the segment, Meyers emphasized that while Trump is distracted by what he termed "oranges," most voters are more concerned about everyday challenges and the immediate impacts of policy, such as health and environmental concerns. Meyers' comedic critique not only entertained but also provoked thought about the disconnect between political rhetoric and the actual concerns of the electorate. It's a reminder of the ongoing narrative in U.S. politics where the spectacle often overshadows substantive policy discussions. This segment from Late Night serves as a reminder for all political enthusiasts—whether Democratic or Republican—to pay attention to candidates' words but more importantly, to their actions and policies as we approach an election cycle filled with critical issues that impact everyone.
  

  Discussion Points for the Forum:​

  • What are your thoughts on the comedic portrayal of politics in late-night shows?
  • Do you think humor helps bring attention to serious political issues?
  • How do you feel about the priorities of politicians in comparison to the public’s actual concerns?
  Feel free to share your perspectives or any related experiences!

Seth Meyers' "A Closer Look" segment from Late Night breaks down political news following the release of Attorney General William Barr's summary of the Mueller report. The clip highlights several bizarre media and rally moments from early 2019, starting with Donald Trump repeatedly attempting to say the word "origins" during an Oval Office appearance at 02:23, mistakenly pronouncing it as "oranges" multiple times ("take a look at the oranges... the oranges of the investigation"). Meyers points out that the official White House transcript even typed it out as "oringes". The segment also covers Fox News host Jeanine Pirro demanding "behind the bars justice" before casually plugging her social media, Trump making mechanical noises at rallies while claiming windmill noise causes cancer at 06:12, and Trump complaining at a political dinner at 08:15 that someone will leak his speech to the media while standing directly in front of live broadcast cameras.
What makes this segment so entertaining is how Meyers lets the absurdity of the real footage do the heavy lifting. The editing moves quickly between news broadcasts, official documents, and sharp desk commentary. The sequence where Meyers points out that Trump is worrying about leaks while actively being televised live across national news channels is exceptionally well executed and captures the surreal quality of political news from that era.