Saturday Night Live (SNL) found itself in the middle of a storm after airing a controversial segment on its “Weekend Update” segment, with many fans expressing their outrage over a joke about a Trump assassination attempt.
The Joke That Sparked Fury
During the show’s 50th season, comedians Colin Jost and Michael Che took aim at President-elect Donald Trump in a series of jabs.
While “Weekend Update” is known for its satirical humor, their latest material struck a nerve with many viewers.
The most shocking moment occurred when Jost made a dark comment about the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.
“I wish those two could talk to each other: Lincoln could teach Trump a lot about the importance of preserving our union, and Trump could teach Lincoln how to turn your head at the exact right moment,” Jost quipped, alluding to the tragic assassination of Lincoln.
The jokes didn’t stop there.
Jost also made a comment about Trump’s inauguration, poking fun at the moment when Trump failed to place his hand properly on the Lincoln Bible.
“Well, he tried to,” Jost said, “but the Bible screamed.”
Fans React with Disgust
As expected, the reaction on social media was swift.
Many fans were appalled by the tone of the joke, with some calling it in poor taste.
“Does this show even hire talented writers anymore?” one user asked, while another lamented, “Once they were funny.”
Other fans took aim at the show’s hosts, Colin Jost and Michael Che, with some saying, “Next to Tina and Amy, these are the worst two Weekend Update anchors.”
Some viewers went as far as accusing SNL of losing its comedic touch, writing, “Appears SNL is still hiring DEI writers NBC, this is not comedy.”
Supporters Defend the Sketch
However, not everyone was upset by the controversial segment.
Some viewers defended the sketch, arguing that humor should be able to make fun of both sides, regardless of political leanings.
“Trump is still better than the road the Dems were leading America down.
But this is hilarious!!” one person wrote, suggesting that the ability to laugh at both sides is a sign of rationality.
Others praised Jost and Che’s performance, calling them the reason SNL is still on the air.
“These two are the only reason SNL is still on the air, great work boys,” one fan wrote, showing support for the duo’s controversial approach to comedy.
Addressing Other Controversial Topics
The Weekend Update segment didn’t stop with Trump-related humor.
Jost and Che also tackled a number of other polarizing issues, including Trump’s executive orders and January 6th pardons.
One memorable moment came when Jost cracked a joke about Trump defending his pardon of January 6th attackers, comparing it to O.J. Simpson’s defense of his own actions.
“President Trump defended his pardon of the January 6 attackers, saying that these are just people who love their country; you know, like how O.J. loved Nicole,” Jost joked.
Despite the backlash, SNL continues to push boundaries with its political satire, leaving viewers divided on whether the jokes are still funny or have crossed a line.
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