Seth Meyers didn’t hold back when discussing South Dakota Republican Governor Kristi Noem‘s revelation about shooting her dog in her upcoming book. He likened her actions to the character Buffalo Bill from “Silence of the Lambs,” expressing disbelief at the level of what he termed “psycho” behavior.
Meyers highlighted the shocking nature of Noem’s confession, emphasizing the callousness of not only killing a dog but also boasting about it in a book. He questioned her motive for sharing such a story, suggesting that she might think it would make her appear tough or cool.
Kristi Noem (Credits: Fox News)
Comparing Noem to Buffalo Bill, Meyers drew a parallel between her publicizing the act of shooting her dog and the character’s notorious behavior in the film. He humorously pointed out that even Buffalo Bill had the sense to keep his actions hidden, unlike Noem who seemingly flaunted her deed.
Noem’s defense of her actions on social media didn’t assuage Meyers’ incredulity. He noted her attempt to justify the shooting by citing farm life and the necessity of making tough decisions. However, he questioned the relevance of her explanation, particularly in light of her admission that she had also recently euthanized three horses.
Kristi Noem (Credits: South Dakota Search)
The late-night host concluded by expressing his astonishment at the whole situation, highlighting the absurdity of Noem’s decision to include such a story in her book. He characterized her actions as a level of “psycho” behavior that he hadn’t known existed.
Meyers used humor to critique Noem’s actions, emphasizing the disturbing nature of her confession and questioning her judgment in sharing it publicly.
