‘South Park’ satirizes federal takeover of D.C. police in new episode

“South Park” depicted the character Towelie traveling past D.C. landmarks, including the Supreme Court and Capitol, as armed troops patrolled the streets. A tank was shown in front of the White House. The episode primarily satirized artificial intelligence but included commentary on government actions and political security measures currently under review.

Political figures and tech CEOs satirized

The episode featured President Donald Trump and referenced Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, portraying her in a sequence involving cosmetic stylists reattaching her face. “It’s so easy to make fun of women for how they look,” Noem told Glenn Beck regarding the scene. The episode also satirized tech CEOs navigating governmental policy changes, highlighting tensions between Silicon Valley and federal oversight.

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Series expansion and audience reception

Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone signed a reported $1.5 billion, five-year deal with Paramount for new episodes and streaming rights. The season’s second episode, depicting Noem, had the highest audience share in the show’s history, according to Comedy Central. The series’ enduring popularity has prompted analysis of its cultural impact, including critiques of political satire’s influence on public opinion.

White House response

The White House dismissed the show as “a fourth-rate, no-longer-relevant show,” though the series continues to generate attention from viewers, media outlets, and analysts examining the intersection of politics and satire.