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James Talarico, senator-elect of Texas, addresses Trump in ‘SNL’ cold open
Los Angeles Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Following the Democratic Party's major midterm election wins, "Saturday Night Live" featured a politically themed cold open, including a surprise cameo by Texas senator-elect James Talarico.
- The sketch portrayed Democratic leaders celebrating their victories, with President Trump humorously interrupting to claim credit for their success due to the poor economy and war.
- Talarico appeared on the show, marking his first late-night network TV appearance during his senate campaign, after previous interview attempts were blocked due to FCC equal-time rule concerns.
- The exchange between Talarico and Trump was notably conciliatory, with Talarico suggesting cooperation to improve life for Americans, contrasting with his past criticisms of Trump.
- This moment is significant for both Talarico and "SNL," which had avoided political cameos leading up to the midterms, reflecting ongoing tensions around political appearances on entertainment platforms.
