The last “Weekend Update” segment before the 2024 election had plenty of fresh material to work with given the latest shocking incident from GOP candidate Donald Trump at one of his rallies. “Saturday Night Live” didn’t hold back in spoofing an hours-old controversy that has left many viewers stunned.
The incident in question occurred when Trump appeared to simulate an oral sex motion with his microphone, leaving many in attendance and watching at home to wonder what exactly they had just witnessed. The moment, which quickly went viral on social media, has sparked a heated debate about Trump’s behavior and whether it’s acceptable for a presidential candidate.
Not ones to shy away from controversy, the team at “SNL” quickly got to work on crafting a sketch that would poke fun at the incident. The result was a hilarious take on the moment, with Trump – played by cast member Alec Baldwin – using his microphone in increasingly ridiculous ways.
The sketch worked as well as it did thanks to the perfect timing of the writers. With the incident having occurred just hours before the show aired, the team had to work quickly to craft a sketch that would be both funny and relevant. They succeeded, with the sketch quickly becoming one of the most talked-about moments from the episode.
But the Trump campaign has not taken kindly to the sketch, with some officials speaking out against what they called “ gutter humor”. Trump himself took to social media to voice his displeasure, tweeting that the show was “ mean-spirited and not funny at all”.
While the incident may have sparked controversy, it’s clear that “SNL” has once again proven itself to be a relevant and important voice in the world of politics and comedy. With the 2024 election just around the corner, it will be interesting to see how the show continues to tackle the latest news and controversies.