At the Gridiron Club dinner in Washington, D.C., humor centered on President Trump, global tensions, Russia, the Democratic Party's challenges, and Elon Musk. Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party, was among the speakers. He humorously hinted at his political aspirations while taking a dig at the current administration, saying, "If I wanted to be president, I'd appeal directly to those truly in charge of our democracy—the Kremlin."
Despite the years that have passed, jokes about Trump and Russia still resonate with the Washington elite. The event, held in the Hyatt's basement, was filled with journalists, editors, TV anchors, and diplomats who enjoyed the lighthearted jabs.
However, Trump and his top officials were absent from this traditional Washington gathering. The Gridiron Club, established in 1885 by leading journalists, has long been a venue where presidents mingle with the press and engage in good-natured banter about current political issues. Presidents from the era of William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt have attended this event, which allows them to show their humorous side and take some ribbing in stride.