Overview

• SNL's cold open featured James Austin Johnson as Trump, comparing himself to Jesus while mocking the economic fallout of his tariff policies.
• The show satirized Trump's recent 90-day tariff pause and increased duties on China, highlighting the financial toll on Americans.
• A parody titled 'The White Potus' reimagined Trump and his family in HBO's 'The White Lotus,' blending economic commentary with pop culture humor.
• Celebrity cameos included Scarlett Johansson as Ivanka Trump and Jon Hamm as RFK Jr., adding layers to the satirical portrayal of Trump's administration.
• Bowen Yang reprised his role as Chen Biao during 'Weekend Update,' critiquing the U.S.-China trade war's impact on American consumers.