Saturday Night Live took aim at President Trump during its latest skit, humorously highlighting his comments about Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. James Austin Johnson reprised his role as Trump, with Ashley Padilla portraying Leavitt. The sketch began with a tongue-in-cheek celebration of Leavitt, as Johnson’s Trump gushed, “Oh, how great is Karoline Leavitt? We love her,” while making over-the-top remarks about her appearance, claiming, “Oh, she’s got a beautiful face. And those lips that don’t quit.”
The comedic portrayal referenced Trump’s real-life comments and his habit of expressing admiration for Leavitt in a public manner, playfully comparing his comments to those of Michigan’s football coach. Trump, played by Johnson, humorously noted, “It’s giving Michigan football coach,” detailing his exaggerated fascination with Leavitt’s lips, saying, “They go ‘bop bop bop’ like a machine gun. Just spectacular.” He even cheekily added, “I’m a married man.”
The skit also featured a confrontation between SNL’s Trump and CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins, played by Chloe Fineman. Their exchange was notably sharp, with Trump labeling Collins as a “nasty, horrible witch” and she retorting, “That’s one of the nicer things that you’ve called me,” a nod to Trump’s past derogatory comments about her.
In a humorous twist, the segment concluded with Trump discussing his “pre-bedtime self-care ritual,” which included covering his bandaged hand with makeup, likening it to “medical lasagna.” This lighthearted jab referenced the media’s growing concern over Trump’s visibly bandaged hand, which has sparked speculation about his health.
SNL continues to deftly blend humor with political commentary, providing both entertainment and reflection on the sensational nature of political life. The sketch serves as a reminder of the juxtaposition between serious issues and the comedic lens through which they can be viewed, maintaining the show’s longstanding tradition of satirizing prominent figures in politics.