Viewers have expressed their dismay over the newest episode of South Park featuring Donald Trump and JD Vance.
South Park is renowned for its bold and often graphic satirical style, and this particular episode upheld that reputation.
In a recent installment, Donald Trump is depicted in bed with the devil, a nod to a previous episode where Saddam Hussein was similarly featured.
Trump has been a frequent target of parody on the show, stretching back to a storyline during his first term where Mr. Garrison, a regular character, adopted Trump’s trademark appearance, eventually winning the presidency by vowing to ‘f*ck them all to death’.
It’s evident that South Park has never shied away from making bold statements about Trump, but the newest episode has escalated things further.
Previously, the Mr. Garrison character simply mimicked Trump’s look with orange makeup and blonde hair, but in the latest episode, actual photos of Trump’s face were used over the animation to clarify the reference.
The episode follows JD Vance as he avoids consequences for treason and ends up in bed with Trump after sharing a hot tub at the White House.
Social media is abuzz with reactions from fans of the show.
One viewer commented: “Thanks for the nightmares I’m gonna have tonight South Park.”
Another said: “Watching South Park. I’m now traumatised.”
However, some praised the episode: “South Park killed it tonight. Those boys Donald Trump and JD Vance aren’t going to be happy.”
In recent weeks, the president has criticized satirical shows that scrutinized him, notably calling for Jimmy Kimmel Live! to be canceled after the host accused Trump of exploiting Charlie Kirk’s death for political gain.
The White House responded to South Park, with spokesperson Taylor Rogers stating: “This show hasn’t been relevant for over 20 years and is hanging on by a thread with uninspired ideas in a desperate attempt for attention. President Trump has delivered on more promises in just six months than any other president in our country’s history – and no fourth-rate show can derail President Trump’s hot streak.”
Trey Parker, one of the show’s creators, remarked: “It’s not that we got all political. It’s that politics became pop culture.”
Requests for comment have been made to the White House.