Jon Stewart Stunned as Guest Opens Daily Show Interview with Jared Kushner Denial
On the October 27, 2026 episode of “The Daily Show,” guest and author Matthew Cole stunned host Jon Stewart by opening their interview not with small talk, but by reading a formal legal denial from Jared Kushner’s attorney. thewrap.com reported that the unexpected move left the late-night host visibly baffled and questioning whether he was personally in trouble.
Reading the Denial Before the Interview Begins
The segment commenced when Cole, promoting his new book “Princes and Thieves,” announced he needed to clear the air before any questions were asked. According to thewrap.com, Stewart responded to the sudden shift with disbelief, asking if the maneuver was a bit or reality. Cole confirmed it was entirely real and proceeded to read from the statement provided by Kushner’s legal representation.
Mr. Kushner never accessed foreign accounts and always followed all rules and regulations, and only pursued goals that were in the best interest of the United States, as directed by the President of the United States.
Cole read aloud to the studio audience, adding that the statement emphasized Kushner’s unequivocal denial of everything contained within the book.
Staring intently at his guest after the reading, Stewart reacted by asking, Well, am I in trouble now? What the f–k? What are you doing?
Cole quickly assured the host that he was clear to proceed with the conversation.
Investigating Middle Eastern Financial Agreements
The discussion eventually turned to the actual subject matter of “Princes and Thieves: Jared Kushner and Mohamed bin Zayed’s Secret Plot to Remake the Middle East.” The book chronicles a five-year investigation into alleged secret financial agreements between Kushner and the rulers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. During the exchange, Stewart admitted that he found the book to be a frustrating read, comparing its detailed claims to religion where broad concepts are easier to accept than specific proof points.
When pressed on the specifics, Cole stated that he could not reveal details surrounding his fact-finding process in order to protect his sources. He maintained that he felt very confident in the book’s contents, describing his findings as merely the tip of the iceberg regarding corruption during the Trump administration.
Vanity Fair Remains Silent on Kushner Bank Account Allegations
The release of the book has sparked broader media attention beyond late-night television. thewrap.com noted that Vanity Fair remained tight-lipped regarding its decision to publish an inflammatory book excerpt accusing Kushner of overseeing secret bank accounts funded by Middle Eastern leaders to the tune of at least $2 billion, even as questions regarding the piece’s accuracy mounted. A representative for Kushner did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the allegations.