SNL Skewers Trump Tariffs and Morgan Wallen in Politically Charged Episode

The April 6 episode featured biting satire of Trump's economic policies, jabs at Morgan Wallen's abrupt exit, and Jack Black's dynamic return as host after 20 years.

• The cold open mocked Trump's tariff plan, branded 'Make America Great Depression Again,' highlighting its chaotic rollout, including tariffs on uninhabited islands like Heard and McDonald Islands.
• Morgan Wallen's abrupt exit from the March 29 episode was referenced twice, including a jab during Weekend Update comparing his departure to the plummeting stock market.
• Mike Myers returned as Elon Musk, introducing a satirical Tesla Model V with absurd self-vandalizing features, adding to the episode's sharp commentary on economic and technological issues.
• Jack Black hosted for the fourth time, injecting energy into the show with a musical monologue and sketches, marking his first appearance in two decades.
• The episode also featured musical performances by Elton John and Brandi Carlile, alongside a tribute to late former host Val Kilmer.

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