SNL's Trump Cold Open Shows Just How Much Has Changed Since His First Term
Briefly

The first Saturday Night Live episode of the Trump 2.0 era marked a notable shift in how the show approached political satire. Hosted by Timothée Chalamet, the standout moment came from Lin-Manuel Miranda's appearance as Alexander Hamilton during a historical cold open. Miranda's performance cleverly contrasted America’s democratic ideals against Trump's reigning presidency. The sketch humorously engaged with past moments while showcasing James Austin Johnson's impressive Trump impersonation that encapsulated the new dynamics of political humor in a changing landscape.
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