South Park has continued its tradition of political satire with the latest episode of its 27th season, targeting former US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other conservative figures. The episode, titled 'Got a Nut', features a miniaturised version of Vance waiting on Trump while he is in bed with Satan.
The episode also parodies Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who previously admitted to killing her dog. In the show, an animated Noem shoots multiple innocent dogs during an orientation video for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The plot follows Mr Mackey, who joins ICE after being laid off, and quickly gains Trump's attention.
In a scene at Mar-a-Lago, Trump invites Mackey to join him and Satan in bed. The mini Vance offers to assist, asking: 'Would you like me to apply the baby oil to Satan’s a**hole, boss?' Cartman appears as a podcaster imitating right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, engaging in debates with fellow conservative character Clyde Donovan.
The episode follows a recent clash between South Park and the Department of Homeland Security. On 5 August, the DHS used a still from the episode on X (formerly Twitter) to promote joining ICE. South Park's official account responded with: 'Wait, so we ARE relevant?' and the hashtag 'eat a bag of d***s.' This retort referenced a White House statement after the season premiere, which claimed the show 'hasn’t been relevant for over 20 years.'
