South Park creators temporarily rename show “South America” in satirical jab at Trump

The creators of the animated series “South Park” announced that the show will be temporarily renamed “South America.” The change was publicized through the show’s official channels and has been widely reported in the media.

One interpretation of the renaming frames it as a satirical jab at technology companies Apple and Google. The creators reportedly said they were “inspired by the bravery and patriotism of Apple and Google,” referencing a recent decision by those firms to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America.

Another perspective links the change to President Donald Trump, who, since beginning his second term, has expressed a desire to rename various geographic features—including a lake, a gulf and even a U.S. state—with the term “America.” Some observers view the show’s title alteration as a direct dig at those statements.

The creators have not provided a detailed explanation beyond the quoted remark about Apple and Google’s “bravery and patriotism.” No additional context or clarification has been offered by the production team or the network.

Media coverage describes the renaming as a troll or satirical stunt, noting that it aligns with the series’ long‑standing use of humor to comment on current events and public figures.