SNL Mocks Trump, Melania in Latest Skit

In a recent episode of Saturday Night Live, James Austin Johnson portrayed Donald Trump, humorously claiming he is in his 'king era' and creating a new country, with jabs aimed at his family. Johnson's skit included jokes about Melania Trump's surprise appearance at the inauguration, likening her hat to that of Kung Lao from Mortal Kombat, and poking fun at their son Barron's height by comparing him to Gandalf from Lord of the Rings. The performance drew a mix of praise from viewers on social media, who found the humor refreshing, despite some criticism regarding the jokes about Barron. Johnson also made light of economic issues, joking about the high price of eggs and suggesting alternative egg sources. Political satire expert Nadia Petrova noted that SNL's treatment of Trump represents a unique challenge in navigating political commentary in today's climate, as humor must adapt to the unprecedented nature of his presidency. Overall, the sketch captured the show's longstanding tradition of political satire while engaging with contemporary issues.