Trump Reviews Recent ‘Legal-ish’ Actions on ‘S.N.L.’
In the first episode of “Saturday Night Live” (S.N.L.) for 2026, President Trump, portrayed by James Austin Johnson, addressed the nation from the White House. The episode, hosted by Finn Wolfhard with musical guest ASAP Rocky, highlighted the numerous recent developments in U.S. politics.
Trump’s Presidential Recap
The sketch opened with Johnson’s Trump expressing holiday wishes, humorously claiming, “I got what I wanted: my very own someone else’s Nobel Prize.” He displayed a replica of the award given to Venezuelan leader María Corina Machado before dismissing it.
Johnson’s Trump boasted about ousting Nicolás Maduro, describing it as “a reverse Santa” operation. He then introduced cabinet members to discuss “legal-ish” issues, attempting to detract attention from ongoing controversies.
Cabinet Members Showcase
- Marco Rubio was portrayed by Marcello Hernández, who faced a humorous interruption when speaking in Spanish.
- Vice President JD Vance, played by new cast member Jeremy Culhane, humorously engaged in talking tariffs while Johnson meandered about, gazing outside.
- Kristi Noem, as the Homeland Security Secretary, offered quirky recruitment advice for I.C.E., targeting a specific audience.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, portrayed by Colin Jost, gave a warning to Iran and made light of serious topics using props like a kettlebell.
Skit Highlights
An homage to “Stranger Things,” featuring Wolfhard, included imagined spin-offs that poked fun at the series’ success. Meanwhile, a parody trailer called “Heated Wizardry” played on the buzz surrounding a new “Harry Potter” reboot on HBO Max.
Weekend Update Segment
During the Weekend Update, Jost and Michael Che humorously assessed Trump’s “relationship” with the American public, mentioning his self-declared presidency over Venezuela and potential ambitions involving Greenland. Che highlighted legal challenges against the Trump administration regarding immigration practices in Minnesota.
Notable Celebrity Appearances
This episode saw numerous celebrity cameos. Actors Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo from “Stranger Things” made surprise appearances, while Sabrina Carpenter returned incognito to promote the “Snack Homiez” podcast. Jason Momoa also appeared in the “Heated Wizardry” skit, and ASAP Rocky performed alongside Danny Elfman and Thundercat.
As 2026 unfolds, S.N.L. continues to reflect on the dynamic landscape of American politics, blending humor with critical commentary. For more entertainment insights, visit Filmogaz.com.
