Colbert Praises South Park's AI Trump PSA as Message of Hope

Stephen Colbert praised the South Park Season 27 premiere for its bold satire of President Donald Trump, particularly highlighting a pro-Trump PSA featuring a deepfake AI version of Trump walking nude through a desert. Colbert called the PSA an "important message of hope for our times," linking it to Trump's recent executive orders deregulating AI, which allowed such private AI innovations. The episode also satirized Paramount's dealings with Trump, including a lawsuit settlement requiring pro-Trump messaging, reflecting ongoing tensions between the media giant and the Trump administration. Despite CBS canceling Colbert's show for financial reasons, speculation arose that the decision was influenced by Paramount's need for Trump's approval in its Skydance merger, a move Trump openly celebrated. Colbert's colleagues and fans have rallied in support, condemning the cancellation amid fears of political pressure. South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone simultaneously renewed their deal with Paramount, underscoring the complex relationship between satire, corporate interests, and political influence in 2025.