Summary of "Trump and Elon Feud Over Big Beautiful Betrayal | Miley Cyrus, Annie Murphy, Benson Boone | Wednesday, June 4"

Released on June 5, 2025

Introduction and Monologue

Host: Jimmy Fallon kicks off the episode from Studio 6P at Rockefeller Center, welcoming guests Miley Cyrus, Annie Murphy, and Benson Boone, along with a special appearance by Ruth Grove. He addresses a severe weather alert in New York City due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, humorously linking it to Seth Rogen's presence in town.

Political Satire: Trump vs. Elon Musk

Jimmy delves into the escalating feud between former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. He humorously describes the fallout between the two billionaires, highlighting Trump's frustration over Musk’s criticisms of his “big, beautiful bill.”

• Quote: "Trump is furious at Elon Musk for turning on him and bashing his big, beautiful bill. Trump and Elon's relationship blew up faster than a SpaceX rocket." [02:30]

Jimmy mocks Trump’s perceived betrayal, comparing it to McDonald's adding apple slices to Happy Meals, and paints the conflict as "orange versus white," likening it to "a creamsicle attack."

House Republicans and the "Big Beautiful Bill"

The monologue shifts to House Republicans expressing regret over supporting Trump's bill, hilariously admitting they didn’t read it.

• Quote: "Congressman Jack Bergman said, 'I didn't read the bill. I was at a movie theater loudly unwrapping hard candy.'” [04:15]

Jimmy lists several congressmen with equally humorous excuses, culminating in a joke about Congressman Cliff Bentz revealing he is his own grandson.

International Trade Tensions with China

Continuing the political theme, Fallon discusses ongoing tariff negotiations between the Trump administration and China, portraying Trump as frustrated and jealous of China’s Great Wall.

• Quote: "Trump is frustrated with China. I think he's just jealous that they had a great Wall and we don't." [06:45]

Miscellaneous News Bits

Jimmy provides a rapid-fire update on various news topics:

• Whole Foods Ground Beef Recall: Recalled due to "organic E. Coli" contamination.

• TSA Charging Station Warning: Advises travelers to avoid airport charging stations due to potential malware risks.

• Tennessee Pet Zebra Hunt: Authorities search for a pet zebra seen running down a highway.

Tonight's Show Polls

Fallon engages the audience with humorous polls, presenting exaggerated and funny statistics on topics like inflation, snoring, and favorite eyeshadows.

• Notable Poll Result: "50% said, 'I don't feel good about' Amazon portable chargers being recalled." [13:00]

Guest Segment 1: Miley Cyrus

Introduction: Miley Cyrus joins the show to promote her new album "Something Beautiful" and an accompanying film releasing on June 12th.

Discussion Highlights:

• Gratitude and Connection: Miley expresses her appreciation for Fallon, stating, "No one makes me feel better than when I come and sit with you on this couch." [08:16]

• Grammy Success: She shares her surprise at winning three Grammy Awards, highlighting her performance at the ceremony despite challenges like getting stuck in traffic.

  • Quote: "I was genuinely surprised when I got my award. I didn't even know if I was gonna make it to the receipt." [11:38]

• Creative Process: Miley talks about her album and film "Something Beautiful," emphasizing storytelling and blending fantasy with realism in her songwriting.

  • Quote: "I think that my songwriting can take a little fantasy because of how much of it is weighted in the realism of my real stories." [16:03]

• Influence from Mariah Carey: She mentions meeting Mariah Carey, whom she regards as a "North Star" for her artistic journey.

• Album Insights: Miley discusses the inspiration behind her album, the title "Something Beautiful," and her creative choices, including budget-conscious filming locations suggested by Harrison Ford.

  • Quote: "I've been doing them forever. If you went to preschool with me and see a video of me now, you'd be like, he's still doing this." [34:12]

Guest Segment 2: Annie Murphy

Introduction: Emmy-winning actress Annie Murphy discusses her role in the second season of "Nine Perfect Strangers" on Hulu.

Discussion Highlights:

• Reunion with Cast: Annie reminisces about her time with the "Schitt's Creek" cast and expresses interest in a possible reunion or reboot.

  • Quote: "I can always like, knock on someone's door and force them to feed me dinner." [17:33]

• Working with Christine Baranski and Nicole Kidman: She praises her co-stars, describing Christine Baranski as "the most wonderful woman" and Nicole Kidman as "otherworldly."

  • Quote: "She's the most wonderful. Not to be hyperbolic, but she's truly, like, the most wonderful woman I've ever." [19:27]

• Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Annie shares amusing anecdotes from the set, including a scene involving hallucinogenic drugs and a humorous exchange about Kegels.

  • Quote: "At one point, she just leans over to me and she's like, 'you know the best way to make use of your time right now, darling?'" [20:21]

• Production Insights: She discusses the six-month shoot in Munich and the Alps, likening her experience to that of Heidi.

  • Quote: "We got to do all these trips and I did feel quite like, like Heidi." [22:17]

Guest Segment 3: Benson Boone

Introduction: Grammy-nominated multi-platinum artist Benson Boone joins to discuss his new album "American Heart," releasing on June 20th, and his upcoming arena tour.

Discussion Highlights:

• Album and Creative Process: Benson elaborates on the inspiration behind "American Heart," particularly the song "Young American Heart," which reflects his deep friendship and a pivotal car accident experience.

  • Quote: "It's me as Benson Boone, the little kid that grew up with a dream to just like continue and doing things that I love with the people that I love." [31:54]

• Moonbeam Ice Cream Phenomenon: He explains the origin of "Moonbeam Ice Cream" from a songwriting session, acknowledging the rapid viral spread and humorous responses from fans.

  • Quote: "Moonbeam ice cream Taking off your blue jeans." [29:39]

• Arena Tour Success: Benson proudly shares that his new arena tour sold out in nine seconds, emphasizing it as the biggest tour of his career.

  • Quote: "This is by far the biggest tour I've ever done. It's a big moment for me." [32:36]

• Engagement with Fans: He discusses managing online presence and the balance between engaging with fans and maintaining personal well-being.

  • Quote: "I've tried to look less over the last couple of months. I'm on it. I kind of limit myself a little bit." [26:10]

• Performance Style: Benson talks about his energetic performances, including spontaneous flips, which have become a signature move beloved by fans.

  • Quote: "If you knew me growing up and saw a video of me now, you’d probably be like, he's still doing this." [34:12]

Closing Remarks

Jimmy Fallon wraps up the show by thanking guests Miley Cyrus, Annie Murphy, and Benson Boone, along with The Roots, for their performances. He encourages listeners to subscribe for the latest episodes and to watch the Tonight Show on NBC or stream it on Peacock.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• "Trump and Elon's relationship blew up faster than a SpaceX rocket." — Jimmy Fallon [02:30]

• "I didn't read the bill. I was at a movie theater loudly unwrapping hard candy." — Congressman Jack Bergman [04:15]

• "No one makes me feel better than when I come and sit with you on this couch." — Miley Cyrus [08:16]

• "I was genuinely surprised when I got my award." — Miley Cyrus [11:38]

• "She's the most wonderful woman I've ever." — Annie Murphy [19:27]

• "Moonbeam ice cream Taking off your blue jeans." — Benson Boone [29:39]

• "This is by far the biggest tour I've ever done." — Benson Boone [32:36]

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