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James Talarico Crashes SNL's Cold Open: "It's Clear People Want Something New"
James Talarico appeared in an SNL cold open that skewered Trump, campaign fundraising emails and the show’s post-midterm political satire.
- On Saturday, Senator-elect James Talarico made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live, mocking President Donald Trump and his campaign's relentless emails asking for $5 donations.
- Following the Nov. 3 midterm elections, Democrats secured a majority of 54 Senate seats and 254 House seats, prompting the cold open to address the historic shift in congressional control.
- President Trump, portrayed by James Austin Johnson, reacted to electoral losses while Colin Jost's Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promised loyalty despite the political fallout.
- Talarico argued the recurring cold opens featuring Trump have become repetitive, suggesting it is time for SNL to move beyond the established format.
- Comedian Druski hosted the episode as the first digital content creator to lead the show, with musical guest The Strokes; SNL returns Nov. 14.
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