At Gridiron Dinner, Jokes About Trump, Musk and Russia Abound

The annual Gridiron Dinner, a white-tie event where journalists and politicians come together to roast each other, was held last night in Washington D.C. and jokes about President Trump, Elon Musk, and Russia were abundant.

The event, which dates back to 1885, is known for its lighthearted atmosphere and good-natured ribbing of those in power. This year was no exception, with comedic skits and musical performances poking fun at the current political climate.

President Trump was a frequent target of jokes throughout the evening, with one speaker quipping, “We all know the president loves a good tweet. In fact, his favorite book is ‘War and Tweet.'” Another joked about the president’s affinity for golf, saying, “I hear the president is thinking of replacing Air Force One with a golf cart. It has great mileage and he can always find his ball.”

Elon Musk, the billionaire founder of SpaceX and Tesla, was also on the receiving end of some playful jabs. One speaker joked about Musk’s recent troubles with the SEC, saying, “Elon Musk is like a rocket. He’s always on the edge of exploding and crashing back down to Earth.”

And of course, no political event would be complete without some mention of Russia. One skit featured a character dressed as a Russian spy, who joked about the current state of U.S.-Russian relations, saying, “I used to be a spy, but now I just watch ‘The Americans’ and take notes.”

Overall, the Gridiron Dinner was a night of laughter and camaraderie, as journalists and politicians came together to poke fun at themselves and each other. In a time of heightened political tension, events like the Gridiron Dinner serve as a reminder that a little humor can go a long way in bridging divides and bringing people together.