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Why is SNL Weekend trending?

Updated 01/11/2026, 07:02:35 UTC

SNL Weekend is drawing attention across 2 news outlets right now. The reports below are the current coverage, newest first.

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EntertainmentRolling Stone2h ago

‘SNL’ Weekend Update Mocks Desperate Trump’s Midterm Plea, Butt Fixation

The president's closing message is leaving one administration official jealous, Colin Jost jokes

EntertainmentVariety2h ago

‘SNL’ Weekend Update Finally Weighs in on Israel

The Halloween edition of “SNL” Weekend Update saw a cameo by Ben Marshall’s Pennywise as well as some jabs at President Trump’s recent obsession with candidates’ posteriors. “Even Vice President JD Vance came out and said that he was jealous that President Trump has never complimented his butt. What the hell is going on! Your […]

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