SNL Skit Gets Under The Skin Of MAGA Lovers

The premiere of "Saturday Night Live" Season 51 met audience expectations, sharply targeting the Trump administration in its cold open. James Austin Johnson’s impersonation of Trump cautioned the cast against jokes, referencing Stephen Colbert’s cancellation and Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension as possible repercussions.A defensive statement from the White House attempted to downplay the impact of the sketch, claiming more engaging activities, like watching paint dry, were preferable. However, social media users had little faith in this dismissive response.Hosted by Bad Bunny, the episode commenced with Colin Jost portraying Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, declaring late-night television as a significant threat. Johnson’s Trump interrupted, humorously asserting dominance over the cast and warning them about his influence. The relevant timing coincided with Trump's ongoing strife against late-night hosts, further fueling the comedic narrative. Experts noted that the administration’s reactive stance inadvertently underscored "SNL’s" impactful satire, confirming that comedy continues to resonate deeply. (Photo: Wikipedia Commons)