Staff Reports
As the New Year rolled in, America welcomed not just another calendar year but also a refreshing blast of comedic truth delivered straight from CNN—yes, that CNN we all love to poke fun at. Comedian Whitney Cummings decided to crash the usual New Year’s Eve extravaganza with a roast so fierce that even Anderson Cooper’s usually unflappable demeanor was put to the test. It seems the ratings weren’t the only thing flat at CNN; Cummings managed to uplift her audience while simultaneously kneecapping the network’s credibility.
Cummings took to the stage armed with sharp wit and a keen sense of the absurdity surrounding political media. The comedian pointed out something painfully obvious: she was bringing in more fans to her shows than CNN could muster for a live broadcast. That’s right, folks—she cheekily quipped that you’d think she was the one headlining Madison Square Garden, while CNN barely managed a couple of mid-sized venues. With a ratings dive deep enough to merit a Coast Guard alert, Cummings turned the lens back on the network, leaving them reeling in laughter and disbelief.
In a move that shocked the very foundations of establishment media, Cummings didn’t hold back in skewering Vice President Kamala Harris. She likened Harris to the Pfizer vaccine, a jab that hit harder than a two-for-one special on political blunders. If Americans were ever forced to choose between Biden and a literal dead body propped up on stage, Cummings suggested they’d pick the body. It’s a comedy that reflects reality, and in this instance, it was hilariously accurate.
Cuteness aside, the night took a wild turn when the usual celebratory toasting morphed into on-air shots at CNN. Cummings dared to bring new meaning to “drive them to drink,” leaving viewers wondering if they were tuning in for the countdown or the countdown to cocktail hour. She even pushed Cooper so far that he looked like he might need a safe space for his frazzled nerves. Talk about a New Year’s Eve with some pizzazz!
Naturally, the segments went viral in seconds, enshrining Cummings not just as a comedian but as a truth-teller in the punchline-saturated world of politics. The memes flowed like champagne, with even tech moguls like Elon Musk participating in the laughter. As digital laugh emojis fluttered across social media, it became abundantly clear that the American audience was ready for a return to real commentary—no matter who it ticked off.
So as 2025 kicks off, one thing is clear: comedic relief is making a comeback—and it’s doing so in a big way. CNN might have tuned in looking for a safe, ho-hum New Year celebration but ended up broadcasting unfiltered truth straight to living rooms across America. Cummings reminded everyone of the disconnect between the media’s portrayal of reality and what resonates with the public. One can only hope this new year will usher in more moments where humor shreds the ridiculousness of establishment allowing everyday Americans to see the world for what it truly is.
Welcome to 2025 where roast is on—and laughs are just getting started!
