SNL parodies vice presidential debate with friendly jabs from Walz and Vance

The October 5 episode of "Saturday Night Live" featured a cold open that parodied the recent vice presidential debate. Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff watched from home as moderators Norah O'Donnell and Margaret Brennan led the discussion between candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance. The sketch highlighted the candidates' overly friendly exchanges, with Walz and Vance making light jabs at each other. Vance expressed discomfort with fact-checking, while Walz humorously referenced his teaching background and a past gaffe. The episode also included appearances by other cast members, with James Austin Johnson portraying Donald Trump. The humor focused on the candidates' camaraderie and the debate's tone, contrasting with typical political confrontations.