AceShowbiz - Vice President Kamala Harris made waves with her surprise appearance on "Saturday Night Live" (SNL) just days before the presidential election. However, what should have been a lighthearted moment has turned into a storm of criticism, particularly from Donald Trump's supporters who accuse Harris of blatantly copying a 2015 sketch performed by the former President on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."

In the "SNL" skit, Harris appeared as a reflection in a mirror, conversing with Maya Rudolph, who has famously impersonated her for years. The exchange was filled with witty banter, including remarks about Harris' characteristic laugh. But the moment the sketch aired, social media users were quick to draw parallels with Trump's 2015 appearance, where he too conversed with his own reflection, portrayed by Fallon.

The criticism hasn't been limited to anonymous users online. Prominent voices like radio host Ari Hoffman commented on X, stating, "Kamala on SNL can't even be ORIGINAL…had to plagiarize Trump and his much funnier skit. She's soooo CRINGE."

Trump's campaign wasted no time in attacking Harris' appearance. Spokesperson Steven Cheung told Fox News, "Kamala Harris has nothing substantive to offer the American people, so that's why she's living out her warped fantasy cosplaying with her elitist friends on Saturday Night Leftists as her campaign spirals down the drain into obscurity."

The skit also caught the attention of political commentators who noted that Harris' appearance mirrors not just Trump's sketch but also Hillary Clinton's attempts to connect with the public on "SNL" during her 2008 and 2016 campaigns. Both instances were later linked to her electoral failures, leading some to question if Harris is tempting fate.

Interestingly, the "mirror" sketch format is not unique to Trump. Fallon had previously performed similar segments with Mick Jagger in 2001 and Mitt Romney in 2015, indicating that the concept itself is a recurring comedic trope. Yet, the cloak of political rivalry has heightened the scrutiny on Harris' performance.

FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr criticized the cameo as a "clear and blatant effort" to dodge the Equal Time rule, which mandates equal airtime for opposing political candidates. Despite the backlash, some viewers praised the skit for its humor and Harris' willingness to poke fun at herself.

As the debates continue, one thing is clear: Kamala Harris' "SNL" appearance has become more than just a satirical moment - it has ignited discussions on originality, political strategy, and the fine line between homage and plagiarism in the realm of comedy.