SNL Blends 'The White Lotus' and Trump Satire in Latest Sketch
The parody critiques Trump's tariff policies and economic impact, featuring celebrity cameos and satirical nods to HBO's hit series.
- Saturday Night Live aired a pre-taped parody combining 'The White Lotus' season 3 with political satire targeting former President Donald Trump.
- James Austin Johnson portrayed Trump grappling with economic fallout from his tariff policies, while Scarlett Johansson reprised her role as Ivanka Trump.
- The sketch included satirical references to the stock market downturn, with musical guest Lizzo playing a character reacting to financial losses.
- Celebrity cameos featured past 'The White Lotus' cast members Alex Moffat, Beck Bennett, and Jon Gries, alongside host Jon Hamm as RFK Jr.
- The segment exemplifies how entertainment can merge cultural phenomena with pointed commentary on real-world political and economic issues.