SNL Satirizes Trump's Return as America's Elected King

The season premiere of 'Saturday Night Live' featured a politically charged cold open that humorously suggested Donald Trump, portrayed by James Austin Johnson, is stepping into a 'king era' following his return to the presidency. The sketch began with Lin-Manuel Miranda, reprising his role from 'Hamilton,' who initiated a rap about the Declaration of Independence but was interrupted by Trump, who proclaimed, 'Never say never,' before asserting that 'DEI is over, it’s dead.' Johnson's Trump also poked fun at the attendees of his inauguration, including Melania Trump and tech billionaires he called his 'nerd herd.' The skit criticized the current political landscape while delivering sharp commentary on the shift away from diversity initiatives in corporate America. The episode garnered significant attention, with clips receiving over a million views on social media. Ultimately, the satire aimed to reflect on the implications of Trump's second term and his controversial policies.