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flag SNL mocked Kristi Noem’s removal as a "self-deportation," satirizing her exit and replacement amid security controversies.

flag Saturday Night Live's March 8, 2026, cold open mocked the removal of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, portraying her departure as a self-imposed exile rather than a firing. flag In the sketch, Ashley Padilla played Noem, who claimed she “self-deported” and defended her tenure despite controversies. flag Colin Jost portrayed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, announcing her reassignment and joking about U.S. military actions in Iran. flag The episode, hosted by Ryan Gosling, also featured satire on her replacement and her new fictional role, reflecting broader criticism of leadership changes and national security decisions.

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