Renowned comedians gathered at the Kennedy Center to honor Conan O’Brien with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, while also addressing President Donald Trump’s presence by joking about his portrait in the venue. The comments reveal a widespread belief that humor can effectively address the changing political landscape under Trump’s influence, with many praising comedians like O’Brien and Sarah Silverman for using their platforms to make pointed remarks.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2025/03/24/conan-twain-prize-trump