SNL's Controversial Cold Open Targets Antisemitism Hearings, Mocks GOP Rep. Stefanik

Saturday Night Live (SNL) faced backlash for its cold open sketch that mocked last week's congressional hearings on campus anti-Semitism. The sketch attempted to undermine the seriousness of the issue, leading to criticism from viewers who felt it was inappropriate given the recent terror attack. SNL newcomer Chloe Troast portrayed Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, and the sketch targeted her hearing performance. The real Stefanik celebrated the resignation of University of Pennsylvania President Amy Magill, who had given a controversial testimony. SNL's creator, Lorne Michaels, who is Jewish, has been accused of moving the show far left during the Trump years.