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SNL Faces Backlash for Mocking Defense Secretary Hegseth

3/30/2025

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"Saturday Night Live" stirred controversy by poking fun at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's embarrassing group chat slip regarding U.S. military plans. Critics slammed the show for crossing the line into personal attacks, insinuating Hegseth's alleged drinking habits. The skit, featuring teenage girls, sparked a heated discussion about the boundaries of humor in political satire.

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"Saturday Night Live" stirred controversy by poking fun at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's embarrassing group chat slip regarding U.S. military plans. Critics slammed the show for crossing the line into personal attacks, insinuating Hegseth's alleged drinking habits. The skit, featuring teenage girls, sparked a heated discussion about the boundaries of humor in political satire.