During a recent episode of Saturday Night Live, comedian Michael Che made headlines with a humorous jab at Donald Trump regarding a noticeable rash on the former president’s neck. The rash was visible during the Medal of Honor ceremony, prompting Che to quip that it could be the result of someone mistakenly washing Trump’s shirt in holy water. The joke elicited a significant response from the audience, leading to about ten seconds of laughter.
Following the ceremony, Trump attempted to conceal the rash using makeup during a public appearance in the Oval Office. The day after the ceremony, visual evidence indicated that while the redness was less pronounced, a textured scab remained. Clarifying the situation, Dr. Sean Barbabella, a White House physician, explained to PEOPLE magazine that the rash was due to a prescribed cream intended for preventative skin treatment.
Dr. Barbabella noted, “Trump was using a very common cream on the right side of his neck, which is a preventative skin treatment, prescribed by the White House Doctor. The president is using this treatment for one week, and the redness is expected to last for a few weeks.”
Che’s Commentary and Additional Topics
In addition to the commentary on Trump’s rash, Che and his co-host, Colin Jost, discussed other political matters during the Weekend Update segment. They touched upon the recent firing of Kristi Noem, the governor of South Dakota, who has since been appointed as the Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas.
Jost highlighted controversies involving Noem, including allegations of misusing taxpayer funds for advertising campaigns and her response to issues in Minneapolis. Che added humor to the mix by joking about Noem’s rumored affair with political consultant Corey Lewandowski.
The combination of political commentary and lighthearted humor continues to be a hallmark of SNL, demonstrating the show’s ability to engage audiences with relevant topics while providing entertainment.
