Trump Shakes Up NYC Mayoral Debate in ‘SNL’ Cold Open Sketch
In a recent sketch of Saturday Night Live (SNL), former President Donald Trump humorously dominated the New York City mayoral debate. Featuring Miles Teller as Andrew Cuomo, Shane Gillis as Curtis Sliwa, and Ramy Youssef portraying Zohran Mamdani, the sketch highlighted the peculiar dynamics of the election.
Highlights of the SNL Sketch
The sketch opened with the debate moderator, Kenan Thompson, asking the candidates a peculiar question: why would they want “the worst job in the world?” Cuomo, portrayed by Teller, quipped, “As you all know, as soon as you are elected mayor, everyone in this city immediately hates you. And in that way, I am already one step ahead of the game.”
Responding next, Sliwa simply stated, “I need a job.” In contrast, Mamdani articulated his desire for initiatives like affordable housing and free healthcare, acknowledging that these aspirations might be challenging to realize.
Trump’s Entrance
As the debate progressed, Trump made an entrance, asserting that he would be the central issue of the election. “It’s me!” he declared. “This election is going to be about housing or taxes, but it’s about me, because I’m going to be very involved, very hands-on.” He humorously referenced Cuomo’s political experience by saying, “This guy knows about ‘hands-on,’ right Cuomo?”
Continuing his comedic dissection of the candidates, Trump criticized Sliwa’s “Emily in Paris-looking hat” and poked fun at Mamdani, suggesting he looked like “the subway takes guy went to work at McKinsey.”
Trump’s Bagel Preference
The sketch took a light-hearted turn when Trump was asked about his preferred type of bagel. His response, “Big Mac with a hole in the middle,” drew laughter and underscored the absurdity of his character in the debate.
Trump concluded by expressing that he might still have a role in New York politics, saying, “Now I may not live in New York anymore, but I’m always watching, lurking in the shadows. Maybe I’ll add New York mayor to my list of duties.”
Conclusion
The SNL cold open effectively captured the quirky essence of the New York City mayoral election. Through humor, it reminded viewers of Trump’s lurking influence, even from afar. As the election date approaches, the debate provides an entertaining reflection of the candidates and the daunting challenges ahead.
