The Trumps' plan for a luxurious ballroom at the White House has raised eyebrows, with many questioning the need for such opulence in a place meant to serve as a symbol of democracy and equality. HGTV's "Property Brothers" were brought on board by the Trump administration to oversee the renovation, with an eye-watering budget of "$350 million to infinity."
As imagined on this weekend's "Saturday Night Live," the pseudo-twins are tasked with adding as much gold as possible to the presidential home. The result is a gilded hall that seems more suited to a royal palace than a democratic institution.
The sketch also pokes fun at the Trumps' questionable taste in design, with President Trump showing off his moodboard featuring images of Vladimir Putin and Jabba the Hutt's palace from "Return of the Jedi." The image of Jabba's palace is particularly jarring, especially when juxtaposed with the First Lady's Halloween decorations.
Melania Trump attempts to explain that the Christmas decorations are not actually for Christmas, but rather a clever ruse. However, it's clear that her husband and his family have no intention of leaving their new forever home anytime soon.
In fact, President Trump reveals that he plans to stick around for a third term and even discusses the possibility of a "coup" – a euphemism for staying in power despite electoral losses or term limits. The White House ballroom, it seems, is intended to be more than just a decorative flourish; it's a symbol of their commitment to authoritarian rule.
As the sketch concludes, Melania attempts to reassure the audience that her family will indeed make their forever home at the White House. However, given the Trumps' history of controversies and power grabs, it's hard to imagine them ever relinquishing their grip on the institution of the presidency.
As imagined on this weekend's "Saturday Night Live," the pseudo-twins are tasked with adding as much gold as possible to the presidential home. The result is a gilded hall that seems more suited to a royal palace than a democratic institution.
The sketch also pokes fun at the Trumps' questionable taste in design, with President Trump showing off his moodboard featuring images of Vladimir Putin and Jabba the Hutt's palace from "Return of the Jedi." The image of Jabba's palace is particularly jarring, especially when juxtaposed with the First Lady's Halloween decorations.
Melania Trump attempts to explain that the Christmas decorations are not actually for Christmas, but rather a clever ruse. However, it's clear that her husband and his family have no intention of leaving their new forever home anytime soon.
In fact, President Trump reveals that he plans to stick around for a third term and even discusses the possibility of a "coup" – a euphemism for staying in power despite electoral losses or term limits. The White House ballroom, it seems, is intended to be more than just a decorative flourish; it's a symbol of their commitment to authoritarian rule.
As the sketch concludes, Melania attempts to reassure the audience that her family will indeed make their forever home at the White House. However, given the Trumps' history of controversies and power grabs, it's hard to imagine them ever relinquishing their grip on the institution of the presidency.
I'm like, totally confused about this luxurious ballroom renovation... $350 million is CRAZY! 
And what's up with the gold, bro? 
It just doesn't feel right for the White House, you know? 
I mean, isn't that what democracy is all about - equality and stuff? 
How are they gonna make it seem like a royal palace when it's supposed to be, like, of the people? 
. It's not funny when you're trying to undermine democracy, it's just weird 
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I mean, come on! $350 million is insane! Can't they see that's just a ton of cash wasted on ego? And what's with the "Property Brothers" on board? HGTV should be focusing on home makeovers for normal people, not renovating the White House like it's some luxury mansion 
! I mean, what's next, adding a private movie theater or a bowling alley? It's just not right, especially with all the issues they've had over the years... like that whole Russia scandal thing. And don't even get me started on the design – gold everywhere? It's like they're trying to be some sort of cartoon villain 
. I just can't imagine the Trumps ever being able to look at themselves in the mirror with a straight face after this renovation is done... it's just too much 
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. That ballroom design is straight outta a bad sci-fi movie 
. Gold everywhere? What's next, gold toilets and everything? 
And that moodboard of President Trump's... Vladimir Putin and Jabba the Hutt? Like, what kinda vibe are they goin' for here? 
. I'm not buyin' it, fam 
Um, yeah right... 
And those "Property Brothers" guys are literally just adding gold everywhere like they're in some sort of crazy fantasy world 
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. The White House is supposed to be about unity and equality, but with Trump's authoritarian tendencies looming around every corner... it's just not looking good 
. Can we please, for the love of all things sane, get a reality check around here?