Jon Stewart mocks Trump's response to Lindsey Graham's death

Jon Stewart criticised President Donald Trump's public reaction to the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, using his opening monologue on The Daily Show to mock the president's comments about the late Republican lawmaker.

Jon Stewart targets Trump's remarks

Stewart opened Monday night's programme by acknowledging Graham's death before introducing what he described as the senator's "best friend" to pay tribute.

The host then played clips of Trump recalling Graham's frequent phone calls, including a remark that he would tell the senator to "stop calling me, Lindsey."

Stewart joked that Trump appeared to be beginning his eulogy on a light-hearted note before expecting a more heartfelt tribute.

Trump reflected on political rivalry

Additional clips showed Trump discussing Graham's love of golf and reflecting on their political disagreements, including the senator's position on Ukraine and their rivalry during the South Carolina Republican primary.

Trump also described Graham as a workaholic politician while recalling their years of political competition.

Stewart delivers punchline

After the montage, Stewart quipped that Trump had skipped the traditional stages of grief and gone straight to dismissing the late senator.

The comments formed part of Stewart's opening monologue on The Daily Show, where he frequently satirises political news and public figures.