It has been another rough week for the Democrats, who seem to have outdone themselves with a series of wild statements and antics. If there was an award for ridiculousness, they would definitely be contenders. While they claim victory from the recent government shutdown debacle, many observers think they might just be trying to convince themselves more than anyone else.

First on the list is none other than the Lizard King himself, Chuck Schumer. In a surprising twist, young Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez seems to be setting her sights on Trump’s voter base, claiming that she welcomes all Republicans to her coalition. This bold move was met with some skepticism, as her past has painted a very different picture of her beliefs. Many wonder whether she can truly attract a new audience or if this is just a case of wishful thinking.

Next up is Kamala Harris. She made headlines with her infamous statement about understanding the “game” being played, though many would argue that she didn’t quite grasp the rules. Kamala has become known for her confusing word salads, which often leave audiences scratching their heads. Her ability to play 3D chess certainly raises eyebrows, especially when previous board games have proven tricky for her. Some might say the only game she’s really playing is a losing one.

Then there’s Hunter Biden, who impressively continues to be in the spotlight. He recently emphasized that his father, President Joe Biden, received an incredible number of votes during the last election. Yet, many voters are still questioning how that was possible when turnout for other Democrats such as Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton didn’t seem to match up. It’s as if Hunter is playing his own version of politics that conveniently forgets important details from recent history.

Finally, let’s not forget about the sweaty yet spirited protesters in Portland, who seem to have chosen an unconventional method to express their dissent against ICE by engaging in what appeared to be an aerobics routine. While some commentators praised their creativity—unlike the usual chaos associated with protests—others rolled their eyes at the oddity of it all. Meanwhile, laughter ensued among the pundits reflecting on what could have been a more traditional protest, as they struggled to find a balance between critique and amusement.

In a comical twist, the discussions eventually landed on who deserved the dubious title of “Donkey of the Week.” Many wrestled over their choices, debating whether it should be Kamala for her word salads, Hunter for his peculiar take on the election, or even the jazzercise protestors for their non-traditional approach to dissent. Regardless of whom they ultimately chose, it seems clear that the Democrats provided plenty of material to keep humor alive in the political arena this past week. As they say, laughter is the best medicine, and this week, it appeared that the GOP was in for an entertaining dose.