‘SNL’ Holds NYC Mayoral Debate Featuring Trump in Cold Open

In the latest Saturday Night Live (SNL) cold open, the show held a mock New York City mayoral debate featuring various political figures. The debate included Andrew Cuomo, played by Miles Teller, who squared off against Zohran Mamdani, portrayed by Ramy Youssef, and Curtis Sliwa, played by Shane Gillis. The highlight of the sketch was the return of George Santos, who made a confession about his past fabrications. The episode poked fun at the ongoing controversies surrounding Santos' false claims about his background and qualifications. While the sketch was primarily comedic in nature, it touched on the ongoing political landscape in New York City and the various personalities involved in the mayoral race. SNL's use of political satire and impersonation continues to be a hallmark of the show, providing a platform for social and political commentary through the lens of humor.