David Letterman, “Late Show with David Letterman”: “New York City is in the middle of a transit strike, and more bad news – they’re sending in FEMA.”
Jay Leno, “The Tonight Show”: “It’s affecting Christmas in New York, too. Now, the miracle on 34th Street is getting a cab.”
Conan O’Brien, “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” on the rule that only cars with at least four people are being allowed into the city: “As a result, Donald Trump had to come to work today with three chauffeurs.”
Comedy writer Alan Ray: “Sunnis in Iraq are complaining of fraud in last week’s election. Some say the ballots were confusing and that many accidentally voted for Pat Buchanan.”
Leno on popular holiday gifts: “I found this cell phone that has caller ID, call waiting, text messaging and a flashing button that lets you know when President Bush is eavesdropping on your calls.”
Comedy writer Rob Bates: “Bob Dylan has signed a deal to launch a new weekly music show on XM satellite radio in March, where he will play music, talk and do interviews. As part of the deal, the show will be simulcast in English.”
Comedy writer Jim Barach: “Prince William has begun his military training. He received a note from President Bush saying, ‘If your dad can’t get you out, mine can.’”