Paramount, which owns CBS as well as “Daily Show” network Comedy Central, is trying to complete a merger with Skydance. That deal requires approval from the FCC, the current chair of which was appointed by President Donald Trump, a frequent target of Colbert’s jokes who has complained openly about Colbert and other late night hosts.

In a move that sure looked like it had been coordinated with his friend and former co-star, Jon Stewart had a message to Paramount Global following the cancelation of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert”: “Go f— yourself.”

Show" host unleashed a scathing critique of the network's decision, alleging corporate cowardice and taking "the path of least resistance."