Vice President Kamala Harris broke tradition this week, choosing to skip the annual Al Smith Dinner, a high-profile event known for its lighthearted political humor. Instead, she opted for a different kind of humor, posting a video on social media featuring herself alongside Molly Shannon‘s iconic “SNL” character, “Mary Katherine Gallagher.”

The video, which was met with mixed reactions, sees Harris playfully interacting with Gallagher, a comedically awkward character often associated with Catholic school culture. Some viewed it as a lighthearted way for Harris to connect with voters and embrace the lighter side of the political landscape. Others, however, criticized the choice as inappropriate for the occasion, arguing that it lacked the gravitas expected of a high-ranking official.

Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump, in a separate event, took aim at Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, using his signature style of blunt humor to criticize the governor’s political positions. Trump’s comments, delivered at a rally in support of a Republican congressional candidate, targeted Walz’s handling of issues like crime and education.

The contrasting approaches of Harris and Trump highlight the differing styles of political humor employed by current and former political figures. While Harris opted for lighthearted parody, Trump chose to use humor as a tool for political attack.