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That's generated some of the show's biggest ratings in years, and lots of commentary on Twitter from President Trump himself. So far this season, the show's 42nd on air, "SNL" is averaging more than 11 million viewers who watch live or within a week of the broadcast. By having Jost and Che on during the summer, the series can comment on the news of the week while keeping "SNL" on viewer's minds during its annual summer hiatus.

Actions Facebook Tweet Email. By: CNN. Actions Facebook Tweet Email. By: CNN. Copyright Cable News Network, Inc. That's generated some of the show's biggest ratings in years, and lots of commentary on Twitter from President Trump himself. So far this season, the show's 42nd on air, "SNL" is averaging more than 11 million viewers who watch live or within a week of the broadcast. By having Jost and Che on during the summer, the series can comment on the news of the week while keeping "SNL" on viewer's minds during its annual summer hiatus.