Jon Stewart slices open his hand on 'The Daily Show': 'I'll be going to the hospital'
During Monday's The Daily Show, host Jon Stewart accidentally wounded himself at timestamp 16:58 when he shattered a coffee mug during an impassioned speech about medication costs.
The incident unfolded as Stewart discussed a recent announcement from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris about pharmaceutical price negotiations. The leaders had revealed an agreement to reduce costs for ten prescription medications.
"The corruption in our system has made us desensitized," Stewart exclaimed. His voice dripping with irony, he added, "The pharmaceutical giants, who receive billions in public money, are suddenly generous enough to discuss prices for just ten medications."
His frustration escalated as he declared, "The public has already funded these drugs through their taxes. We should be negotiating prices for every single medication, not just ten!"
The studio audience initially applauded despite the mug-breaking incident. Stewart glanced at his injury, managing a grin while quipping, "A hospital visit is in my future." He carried on with the broadcast, concealing his injured hand beneath the desk.
At timestamp 21:32, viewers reacted with shock when Stewart revealed his bleeding hand. He later joked about the episode on social media, describing it as "bloody good" and poking fun at his clumsiness.
During a subsequent interview with Rupa Bhattacharyya from Georgetown Law about budget reductions affecting the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, Stewart referenced his wound. Showing his bandaged finger, he jested, "This happened during an off-camera lightsaber duel with the crew."
