Gutfield also has had an impact.
200 staffers for Colbert, 12 for Gutfeld. Colbert doesn't need any, it's all TDS straight from his heart and his jokes aren't even funny.
IMDb lists a staff of 6 writers, 5 producers, and 1 director for Gutfeld!. In contrast, one source suggests a much smaller crew, with an X post claiming the show operates with "like 10 staffers MAX".
And he no longer competes head to head. His show is now off a half hour before Colbert starts.