Saturday Night Live Parodies Donald Trump’s Social Media and Personal Calls

The latest episode of Saturday Night Live (SNL), hosted by Colman Domingo on April 11, 2026, featured a satirical cold open targeting President Donald Trump’s social media presence and his interactions with high-profile figures.

Satirizing Presidential Social Media

The sketch began with James Austin Johnson, portraying Donald Trump, discussing a polarizing Easter social media post regarding the Iran war with Karoline Leavitt, played by Ashley Padilla. The parody focused on the aggressive wording of the post, with the faux Trump suggesting phrases such as “Open the f-ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in hell.”

The sketch further mocked the President’s approach to diplomacy and religion, as Johnson’s Trump suggested adding “Praise be to Allah” to the post as a “sarcastic attack on the world’s largest religion.” During the segment, the character also referenced firing Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem.

A Series of ‘Urgent’ Phone Calls

The cold open transitioned into a series of comedic phone calls made by the President from the Oval Office. These calls highlighted a disconnect between the President’s expectations and the reality of the people he was calling.

The Call to Tiger Woods

In one of the most prominent segments, Trump called Tiger Woods, played by Kenan Thompson. Trump inquired if Woods was playing in the Masters that weekend, to which the faux Woods replied that he could not as he had “flipped [his] car and got a DUI.”

The comedy peaked when Woods revealed he was currently at a rehab facility in Switzerland. Despite the news, the character of Trump suggested that Woods should have told the police they were friends to avoid the charges before abruptly hanging up.

Other Notable Calls

According to reports from Variety, the series of “urgent” calls also included:

• Melania Trump: Played by Chloe Fineman, appearing in the sketch following a statement regarding Epstein.
• Pete Hegseth: Played by Colin Jost, described as a “Draft Fan.”

Key Takeaways from the SNL Cold Open

• Host: Colman Domingo hosted the episode on April 11.
• Core Themes: The sketch parodied the President’s social media style, his relationship with staff, and his perceived detachment during personal calls.
• Cast Highlights: James Austin Johnson continues his portrayal of Donald Trump, supported by Kenan Thompson as Tiger Woods and Chloe Fineman as Melania Trump.

As SNL continues to mirror current events, its use of exaggerated scenarios and celebrity impressions remains a primary tool for political commentary on the administration’s public persona.