South Park has never been shy about tackling controversial figures, and its latest Season 27 episode—aired on August 21, 2025 —set its sights squarely on former President Donald Trump . The episode satirized Trump’s return to the political spotlight, weaving the parody into a storyline that also skewered Apple, ChatGPT, and the broader media culture. Fans are calling it one of the most daring episodes in years, with Trey Parker and Matt Stone once again proving their willingness to take on powerful targets ( USA Today ).
The episode portrayed Trump in a satirical light, framing him in an exaggerated Star Wars–style parody that compared his administration to a galactic empire—complete with a shocking twist modeled after one of the franchise’s most famous reveals ( SlashFilm ).