South Park Writer Toby Morton Mocks Trump with Trump Kennedy Center Domain Names
Toby Morton, a writer for South Park, recently disclosed that he had purchased the domain names trumpkennedycenter.org and trumpkennedycenter.com months ago to mock President Donald Trump. Following Trump's election as chairman of the Kennedy Center in February, he announced plans to change the venue's programming and remove board members. Subsequently, the board voted to rename the building as the Trump Kennedy Center, a move Morton had anticipated.
Morton hinted at using the domains to reflect the current absurdity of the situation, emphasizing the Kennedy Center's cultural significance over personal branding. Despite not being approached by the Trump administration to sell the domains, Morton received inquiries from lawyers claiming satire is now illegal.
The Kennedy Center faced backlash, with the producers of Hamilton canceling their show and Trump being booed during a visit. The president of the Kennedy Center is seeking compensation from musician Chuck Redd for canceling a show over the name change. South Park has also garnered attention for satirizing Trump in its latest season, with storylines depicting him in unconventional scenarios.
South Park's sharp satire has resonated with audiences, earning it a spot in NME's list of the 20 Best TV Shows of 2025. The show's ability to humorously critique current events, including political figures like Trump, has solidified its relevance in today's media landscape.