SNL Parodies 2025 NYC Mayoral Race: A Hilarious Take on Candidates and Policies
The 2025 New York City Mayoral race was hilariously parodied on a recent episode of Saturday Night Live. The sketch featured a fictional debate where the candidates, including Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani, and Curtis Sliwa, were lampooned for their policies and personas. Cuomo, portrayed by Miles Teller, faced criticism for his handling of the pandemic and harassment allegations. Mamdani, played by Ramy Youssef, addressed the mispronunciation of his name and his socialist Muslim identity. Sliwa, portrayed by Shane Gillis, humorously emphasized his past encounters with the mob.
The sketch highlighted Mamdani's ambitious platform for free healthcare, affordable housing, and free Wi-Fi, with a humorous twist on the feasibility of his proposals. Cuomo faced mockery for his attempts to appeal to Jewish voters, while Mayor Eric Adams was comically portrayed as endorsing Mamdani as "Zorgon Mammograma." Mamdani's closing statement focused on his social media presence, drawing laughs from the audience and the moderator, played by Kenan Thompson.
The sketch took a surprising turn when Trump, portrayed by James Austin Johnson, made an unexpected appearance, poking fun at Mamdani's age and cognitive abilities. The comedic portrayal of the mayoral candidates provided a satirical take on the upcoming election, offering a lighthearted perspective on the political landscape in New York City.