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Obama Taps Stephen Colbert for Presidential Center Interview

April 25, 2026

Summary

Barack Obama chose ally Stephen Colbert for his first interview from the controversial Obama Presidential Center, with Colbert revealing he will be sitting down with the former president.

How coverage differs

Left outlets highlight Obama's interview with Stephen Colbert as a notable event, while right outlets criticize the choice of a "supporter" for the controversial Presidential Center's debut.

  • Left: Colbert Secures Esteemed Guest for Highly Anticipated Late Show Interview Left-leaning outlets highlight Stephen Colbert's announcement that former President Barack Obama will be one of his final 'Late Show' guests, framing the interview as a notable event. They emphasize Colbert's personal revelation about sitting down with the former president.
  • Right: Obama's Choice of Ally Colbert for Interview Sparks Controversy Right-leaning outlets criticize former President Barack Obama's choice of 'supporter' Stephen Colbert for his first interview from the 'controversial' Obama Presidential Center. They highlight the perceived bias in selecting a friendly interviewer for the debut event.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Stephen Colbert Reveals 1 Of His Final 'Late Show' Guests: 'I Will Be Sitting Down With...' - HuffPost

Right

  • Obama chooses supporter Stephen Colbert for debut interview at controversial presidential center

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