South Park Fires Shots at Kristi Noem and ICE in Season 27 Episode 2, “Got A Nut”
South Park’ targets Kristi Noem, ICE, and JD Vance in new episode.South Park has never shied away from controversy, and its second episode of Season 27, titled “Got A Nut,” continues the show’s unapologetic satire
. This time, the animated series sets its sights on real-world political figures like Kristi Noem and JD Vance,
The episode mixes over-the-top humor with biting political commentary, following Mr. Mackey in a wild career shift after being laid off from South Park Elementary.
Mr. Mackey Joins ICE After Federal Budget Cuts
The episode kicks off with Mr. Mackey losing his job as school counselor due to federal budget cuts to the Department of Education. This part of the storyline clearly reflects real-life discussions around spending reductions in public education.
Desperate for income, Mackey takes a new job with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He’s lured by a massive $100,000 salary and a generous signing bonus. This mirrors real-world criticism of recent DHS recruitment tactics, which include large financial incentives despite serious concerns over qualifications and screening.
ICE Training Exposed as Chaotic and Unqualified
The show mocks ICE’s recruitment process by showing it as a total mess. New agents are hired with little to no background checks or formal qualifications. The agents wear masks and act ashamed of their jobs, which adds to the absurdity.
This portrayal directly targets how ICE and other federal enforcement agencies have handled recruitment under increased political pressure. It’s a clear dig at what the creators see as careless hiring for positions with major responsibility.
Kristi Noem’s Violent Memoir Becomes a Running Gag
One of the most controversial parts of the episode involves a caricatured version of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
In the fictional ICE training video shown in the episode, Noem proudly talks about killing her dog. From there,
The scenes are shocking but played for extreme satire, pushing South Park’s limits while reflecting how some political figures become media targets for past behavior.
JD Vance and the Fictional Trump Administration Appear
Vice President JD Vance also appears in this episode, taking part in the Trump-style administration that oversees ICE’s chaotic policies..
This portrayal ties back to South Park’s long-running criticism of authoritarian figures and their supporters.
Noem’s Face Melts—Literally
In a visually wild gag, Kristi Noem’s animated face melts repeatedly during her scenes. Makeup artists rush in to reapply layers of makeup, giving viewers a metaphor for how public figures try to mask their controversies.
This exaggeration connects Noem’s real-life image issues with a visual joke that fits South Park’s signature absurd style.