James Talarico Crashes SNL Cold Open

Texas Senator-elect James Talarico interrupts SNL's cold open with a political message.

Nov 8, 2026

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James Talarico Crashes SNL Cold Open

Texas Senator-elect James Talarico interrupts SNL's cold open with a political message.

In brief

Texas Senator-elect James Talarico interrupts SNL's cold open with a political message. Texas Senator-elect James Talarico addressed SNL's cold open format during a surprise appearance on the show after Tuesday's midterm elections. Originally reported by Consequence.

SNL Cold Open

SNL Cold Open

Last week, SNL inserted a Donald Trump cameo into its David S. Pumpkins sketch.

Talarico's Message

Texas Senator-elect James Talarico addressed the elephant in the room: it's clear people want something new.

“it's clear people want something new”

Midterm Election Context

SNL is finally taking the hint after Tuesday's midterm elections.

The essence

Texas Senator-elect James Talarico addressed SNL's cold open format during a surprise appearance on the show after Tuesday's midterm elections.

Read the original on Consequence

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