The concluding episode of Saturday Night Live’s historic 50th season commenced with a cold open that, predictably, centered on former President Donald Trump.
Cast member James Austin Johnson revived his well-received Trump impersonation to lampoon the ex-president’s recent journey to the Middle East. The sketch referenced numerous headline-grabbing incidents, including the contentious $400 million private jet allegedly gifted to Trump by Qatar, along with his evident admiration for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
The segment comically emphasized how much Trump seemed to enjoy his overseas experience, away from the U.S. political limelight. Without revealing too much, the sketch takes an unexpected turn before concluding with the iconic phrase: “Live from New York, it’s Saturday night!”