David Bridges
President Donald Trump has officially reached the significant milestone of 100 days in office during his second term — an event that feels less like a celebratory achievement and more akin to a surreal, continuous fever dream. To commemorate this occasion, Saturday Night Live launched the festivities with a Cold Open featuring James Austin Johnson delivering a spot-on (and undeniably bizarre) impression of the former president, which captures the essence of his controversial administration.
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Much like Franklin D. Roosevelt, but in one very peculiar aspect, Trump exhibits a profound affection for issuing executive orders. While it can be argued that many of Trump’s executive orders have been little more than elaborate press announcements (including that infamous moment when Trump humorously suggested making everyone female), the portrayal of these executive actions on SNL takes a delightful dive into the realm of absurdity.
Among the standout moments from the Cold Open is an order reinstating Columbus Day — a proposal that mirrors real Trump’s intentions, despite the fact that it is already recognized as a federal holiday.
Another executive action, humorously labeled the “Belichick Law,” suggests it should be socially acceptable for men over 70 to date women who are just starting their college journey. Additionally, there’s a directive aimed at reducing the visibility of interracial couples in television commercials, alongside another focused on simplifying the New York Times Connections game (seriously, we get it, Mr. President).
One particularly outrageous executive order prohibits Hispanic infants from having their ears pierced, with Trump attributing this bizarre measure to Marco Rubio.
There are several additional comedic highlights within the sketch that we won’t disclose — but what amplifies the satire’s impact is the unsettling realization that, indeed, he might genuinely attempt to implement some of these ideas. And that’s the aspect that casts a shadow over the humor.
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Daniel Mercer
