- Jon Stewart has signed a new deal to remain as the host of Comedy Central's The Daily Show through to the US presidential election in November 2028.
- The 63-year-old comedian will continue hosting on Monday nights, with the show's news team—including Ronny Chieng, Jordan Klepper, and Desi Lydic—handling presentation from Tuesday to Thursday.
- Stewart, who originally hosted the satirical news programme from 1999 to 2015 before returning on a part-time basis in 2024, also serves as an executive producer and showrunner.
- Skydance TV chief content officer George Cheeks praised Stewart as a generational talent, describing The Daily Show as a cornerstone of Comedy Central and a highly influential franchise.
- Beyond his television role and commentary on political figures including Donald Trump and Democratic leaders, Stewart remains known for his lobbying on behalf of 9/11 first responders and US military veterans.
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