In a comedic sketch featuring the GOP nominee Johnson as Trump, the character responds to a question about what he keeps in his glove compartment by making a series of humorous and nonsensical statements. Johnson’s portrayal of Trump references ‘Seinfield,’ mom jeans, bad genes, immigration, and the lack of space in the glove compartment, all in a manner that Johnson describes as “the weave,” where different topics are brought together in a cohesive and humorous manner. Trump’s outrageous statements in the sketch include comparing immigrants to animals eating pets and food, and expressing his belief that America is losing to other countries like Korea and Japan.
Despite being asked about something as simple as the contents of his glove compartment, Trump’s responses in the sketch veer off into unrelated topics such as sitcoms, genes, immigration, and global competition. The humor in the sketch comes from the absurdist nature of Trump’s statements and the juxtaposition of seemingly unrelated topics. Johnson’s portrayal of Trump is exaggerated and over-the-top, playing on the character’s reputation for making outlandish and controversial remarks.
The sketch also features a humorous interaction between Trump and the host, Steve Harvey (played by Kenan Thompson), who reacts to Trump’s statements with amusement and confusion. When Trump makes a nonsensical statement about dementia, Harvey jokingly responds by turning to the answer board and declaring “Show me, dementia,” in a nod to the format of a game show. The sketch relies on quick wit, wordplay, and absurdity to generate laughs from the audience.
Johnson’s portrayal of Trump in the sketch highlights the character’s tendency to make bombastic and nonsensical statements on a wide range of topics. By weaving together unrelated topics in a humorous and unpredictable manner, the sketch parodies Trump’s speaking style and public persona. Johnson’s ability to mimic Trump’s mannerisms and speech patterns adds to the comedic effect of the sketch, capturing the character’s larger-than-life personality and propensity for making controversial statements.
Overall, the sketch serves as a satirical take on Trump’s rhetorical style, highlighting his penchant for making outlandish and provocative statements on a wide range of topics. Through the use of exaggerated humor and absurd scenarios, the sketch lampoons Trump’s communication style and public image, presenting him as a larger-than-life figure prone to making bizarre and nonsensical comments. Johnson’s portrayal of Trump in the sketch showcases his comedic talents and ability to capture the essence of a well-known public figure in a humorous and entertaining manner.
