On ‘S.N.L.’, Brett Kavanaugh, Kash Patel and Pete Hegseth Walk Into a Bar
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Matt Damon and Aziz Ansari reprised their notable roles in the cold open of this weekend's "Saturday Night Live" episode, with Damon playing Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh and Ansari as FBI director Kash Patel.
- The sketch featured Colin Jost as defense secretary Pete Hegseth meeting Damon’s Kavanaugh character at a Washington bar, humorously discussing their distinctive drink orders.
- Damon’s Kavanaugh referenced a “6-3 decision” with his drink choice, adding a comedic political twist to the scene.
- The interaction included a joke about women covering their drinks, highlighting the characters’ awareness of the political climate.
- The episode was hosted by Matt Damon and included musical guest Noah Kahan.
