Fans in stitches as Stephen Colbert revives 'Keebler Elf' Jeff Sessions after Michael Cohen's testimony

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY: During his May 14 monologue on 'The Late Show', Stephen Colbert was prompted to revive the "Keebler Elf" (after five years) to represent Jeff Sessions after Michael Cohen mentioned him twice in his testimony at Donald Trump’s hush money trial.

Cohen testified that Trump instructed his then-Attorney General Jeff Sessions to halt an FBI investigation into Cohen and another key ally which delighted the 'Late Night' host.

Reportedly, it was back in 2019 that Colbert used several crumbling cookies (in the shape of a Keebler Elf) to humorously discuss Sessions entering the Senate race.

Michael Cohen brings up former AG Jeff Sessions in his testimony twice

Micahel Cohen mentioned Jeff Sessions twice on May 14.

He testified that in April 2018, after he was raided by the FBI, he called Trump in a panic and was reassured by Trump that Sessions "was in his pocket."

Later in the trial, he testified that at Trump's direction, he conveyed similar assurances to David Pecker, then publisher of the National Enquirer, which was also under investigation at that time.

According to Forbes, Cohen testified that he continued to follow Trump's directions after the Stormy Daniels allegations became public in 2018.

He claimed he informed National Enquirer executive David Pecker that Sessions would “take care of” the federal investigation into the Daniels payment, based on assurances from Trump.

Cohen also testified that he sought a temporary restraining order against Daniels at Trump’s behest.

After the FBI raided his home, Cohen testified that Trump called him, reassuring him by saying, “I’m president of the United States” and to “stay tough.”

Stephen Colbert does a parody of Jeff Sessions 

Colbert elaborated on this during his monologue, jokingly stating, “Trump wanted to quash an investigation into his own wrongdoing, using Attorney General Jeff Sessions, seen here mad that you open the cupboard and disturbed his nap,” poking fun at Sessions' stature.

The host then continued with the comedic bit, saying, "This testimony means I get to bring out my favorite guest from back in the day. Please welcome former Attorney General Jeff Sessions."

Colbert then pulled a Keebler Elf cookie out of his pocket and held it up to the camera, continuing the gag about Sessions' small stature and his portrayal as a Keebler Elf.

He said, "Hello. I have returned! It is I, Jefferson Beauregard Sessions the third. And I will not stand by idly while that Yankee lawyer drags my good name through the fudge."

He did this while mimicking the real-life Sessions’ exaggerated Southern accent. 

Colbert asked the cookie, “Former Attorney General Sessions, did you follow through on Trump’s promise and derail a legitimate FBI investigation?"

“How dare you doubt my honor sir. I swear on a stack of ‘Gone With the Wind’ DVDs that I have an alibi. I was standing shoulder to shoulder with 23 of my closest friends in a tight cellophane sleeve,” Colbert replied in his Sessions voice.

He continued, “And frankly my dear, I don’t give a damn where President dips hi Nilla wafer. That’s just the way the me crumble," lastly taking a bite of the cookie as the audience cheered. 

Netizens in stitches after Stephen Colbert revives 'Keebler Elf' Jeff Sessions

Stephen Colbert's revival of the Keebler Elf Jeff Sessions character to discuss Michael Cohen’s testimony in Trump's trial sparked hilarious reactions from users.

A particular viewer expressed, "HEY!!!! That’s not fair to the Keebler Elf…"

Following suit, another observer added, "The Lucky Charms leprechaun is a better match for Jeff Sessions, but might have been insulting to the Dubliners on the other side of the portal."

Additionally, a viewer pointed out, "Jeff Session needs to be held accountable with others! Like Bill Bar! All lieing crooks!"

A follower contributed, "Yay for the band's collab in the monologue! Yay for the return of Jeff Cookie! Thank you for cheering me up!"

A comment underscored, "I cackled at Jefferson Beauregard Sessions, the Third."

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