James Talarico Appears in SNL Cold Open Amid Trump’s Satirical Remarks on Millennial Influence

Senator-elect James Talarico made a surprise appearance in the cold-open of Saturday Night Live’s latest episode, interrupting a sketch that featured a parody of President Trump. Talarico said voters were seeking “something new” and referenced the show’s opening as an example.

"It's clear people want something new. They want something different," Talarico said.

The sketch, which also included impersonations of Senate leaders and a cameo by Colin Jost as a fictional Secretary of War, portrayed Trump lamenting a “blue wave” and expressing frustration about working with younger lawmakers.

"I hate my life. Next two years are going to be awful," the Trump impersonation said. "I don't want to work with these people. It's not that they're Democrats. It's that they're millennials."

The comedy segment referenced the recent midterm elections, where Democrats made gains in several races. The episode was hosted by digital creator Druski, with The Strokes performing as the musical guest.

The appearance marked Druski’s debut as the first digital-media talent to host the long-running sketch series.