‘SNL’ Holds NYC Mayoral Debate Featuring Trump in Cold Open:
Andrew Cuomo (Miles Teller, the host), duked it out with Zohran Mamdani (Ramy Youssef) and Curtis ...
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SNL Satirizes NYC Mayoral Race with Trump CameoThree candidates spar humorously in an SNL debate, featuring Trump’s surprise appearance and topical political and cultural sketches.
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- Miles Teller, Ramy Youssef, and Shane Gillis portray New York City’s main mayoral contenders in a comedic debate sketch.
- The candidates address issues like affordable housing, healthcare, and share exaggerated personal stories to highlight their platforms.
- James Austin Johnson appears as President Trump, delivering a humorous roast and a musical performance during the debate.
- Additional SNL content includes a reality show parody, White House Halloween jokes, and satire on the government shutdown.
I know this city like the back of a woman’s back.— Miles Teller as Andrew M. Cuomo in a satirical debate on 'S.N.L.'
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