SNL’s Weekend Update Takes Aim at Trump, Hegseth, and Biden
Trump Crashes the Notre Dame Reopening
This week, Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update tackled some of the week’s top stories, with Donald Trump’s appearance at the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral proving prime fodder for jokes.
Michael Che showcased a visual of Trump as Quasimodo, highlighting the imagery of Trump ringing the bell.
Co-host Colin Jost continued the ribbing, noting Hegseth’s recent nomination for Secretary of Defense. He mocked the Fox News host by referencing a recent report where Hegseth’s mother publicly expressed embarrassment over her son’s behavior. Jost playfully quoted Hegseth’s alleged response, ” Bitch, shut up!”
Hegseth’s Mother, Not Impressed
Jost went on to highlight the Resignation of Trump’s Secretary of Defense.
Jost brought up the news of a leaked email from Hegseth’s mother detailing her public embarrassment over her son’s uproar
Che resumed the barrage of jokes, focussing on President Joe Biden’s traveling plans
blaming him of only wanting to visit the birthplace of his former Vice President Barack Obama”Joker” joked Che
“Which is tough because Biden is always being told not to go towards the light,”
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accusing him of only wanting to visit the birthplace of his pondering
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“Which is tough because Biden is always being told not to go towards the light,” Jost joked.
Che continued with Biden, poking fun at the President’s recent trip to Africa, implying that he only went to visit his old friend, former President Barack Obama in Benghazi.
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– How has the political climate influenced the comedy on “Weekend Update”?
## SNL’s Weekend Update: Jokes Don’t Fly With Everyone
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**Host:** Welcome back. Joining us tonight to discuss SNL’s latest “Weekend Update” and its satirical take on current events is comedy writer and pop culture commentator, Sarah Lee. Sarah, thanks for being here.
**Sarah Lee:** Thanks for having me.
**Host:** “Weekend Update” certainly didn’t hold back this week, poking fun at everyone from former President Trump to current figures like Pete Hegseth and President Biden. What are your thoughts on their takes?
**Sarah Lee:** Well, “Weekend Update” has always been a platform for sharp political satire, and this week was no exception. They tackled some pretty hefty topics, including Trump’s supposed attempt to crash the Notre Dame reopening, which was both absurd and hilarious.
**Host:** Right, that bit was certainly eye-catching. Do you think the jokes landed?
**Sarah Lee:** I think they did, at least with the intended audience. “Weekend Update” has a long history of targeting Republicans and conservative figures, and this week was no different. Whether you agree with their politics or not, you have to respect their willingness to tackle controversial subjects head-on.
**Host:** What about the jokes aimed at President Biden?
**Sarah Lee:** They kept things relatively light with Biden, focusing more on his age and occasional gaffes rather than his policies. It’s a balancing act for “Weekend Update,” trying to be funny without alienating viewers who might be fans of the president.
**Host:** Do you think “Weekend Update” has become more politically charged in recent years?
**Sarah Lee:** It’s undeniable that the political climate has become more polarized, and that certainly influences comedy. “Weekend Update” is reflecting that reality. [ [1](https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/watch-weekend-update-new-snl-season-49) ]
**Host:** Thanks for sharing your insights, Sarah. Always a pleasure.
**Sarah Lee:** My pleasure.
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