Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' finale featured a guest appearance by Paul McCartney. His departure comes after CBS canceled the program, a move some commentators link to alleged pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, viewing it as an attack on democracy.

Paul McCartney led an all-star lineup for the final episode of "The Late Show" as host Stephen Colbert bowed out after broadcaster CBS cancelled his show as it courted US President Donald Trump. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert notes that Colbert's exit could be seen as "evidence of Trump’s full-frontal assault on US democracy".