Trump Contacts ICE Over Property Brothers’ Ballroom Construction
During a recent episode of Saturday Night Live, host Miles Teller delivered a comedic portrayal of twins Jonathan and Drew Scott, the stars of the popular HGTV series Property Brothers. The skit revolved around the duo assisting former President Donald Trump in constructing a new ballroom at the White House.
The Property Brothers and Trump’s Ballroom Ambitions
In the skit, Teller’s character Drew initiates the scene by announcing their biggest challenge yet: the White House ballroom. This leads to an amusing interaction where Trump, played by James Austin Johnson, amusingly questions which brother is married to Zooey Deschanel, and which one identifies as gay. Jonathan clarifies his marriage to Deschanel, linking the moment to their ongoing construction project.
Background on the White House Residence
Jonathan mentions that Trump and Melania first moved into the White House nine years ago, after facing a four-year eviction, humorously suggesting that Trump’s flair for design is the driving force behind the renovation.
Design Choices and Budget Curiosities
The sketch highlights extravagant design choices, including Trump’s fondness for gold urns and an ambitious budget that Jonathan declares ranges “between $350 million and infinity.” Additionally, the brothers inquired about permits for the ballroom construction, eliciting a humorous response from Trump, who claimed he could bypass regulations entirely.
Additional Requests from the Former President
- Trump expressed a desire for a ring for MMA fights on the White House lawn.
- He amusingly reminisced about casual fights and “bum fights” as part of the landscaping.
Demolition and Renovation Challenges
Drew reported that during the demolition phase, the entire East Wing was torn down in just two days. With the government shutdown affecting the workforce, they humorously suggested utilizing park rangers and astronauts for the task. However, complications arose when Trump realized he had “deported all the construction workers.”
Despite the challenges, Drew optimistically stated that the ballroom could become “a shining beacon of freedom for all Americans.” Trump humorously claimed that the ballroom would be ready by his anticipated third term.
The Ironic Conclusion of the Skit
In a twist ending, the Property Brothers sought payment for their services. Instead of compensating them, Trump called Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) upon learning about their Canadian nationality, jokingly highlighting his character’s humorous bigotry.
