Does the end of Colbert's show in May 2026 relate to the Paramount-Skydance merger? To Colbert's criticism of Donald Trump?

The late-night host had scoffed at a decision by CBS’s parent company to pay the U.S. president $16 million over a disputed interview.

CBS has announced the cancellation of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" next May, citing financial reasons, although ...