With Donald Trump set for a second term, “Saturday Night Live” is gearing up for a fresh season of political satire, starting with its first post-election episode. Host Bill Burr will return to helm the show, with Mk.gee as the musical guest, but all eyes are on how the show’s tone will shift as it navigates another Trump presidency.
In the opening five episodes of its 50th season, “SNL” centered Vice President Kamala Harris, played by Maya Rudolph, capturing pre-election excitement that peaked with an appearance by Harris herself. But Saturday’s cold open may feel less celebratory as cast member James Austin Johnson, known for his Trump impression, will likely take center stage.
Following its 2016 take on Trump’s win, “SNL” set a somber tone with Kate McKinnon’s Clinton serenade. This time, Burr’s brash, centrist style might bring a different flavor to the show’s election commentary.
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