‘South Park Comedian Acquires Trump-Kennedy Center Domain Names’
A comedian known for his work on “South Park” has acquired domain names potentially linked to Donald Trump’s controversial renaming of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. Toby Morton, who was a writer for “South Park” from 2001 to 2003, purchased the domains “trumpkennedycenter.org” and “trumpkennedycenter.com” during the summer of 2023. He made this decision after observing significant changes made by Trump to the Kennedy Center board earlier that year.
Background on the Acquisition
Morton purchased these domain names with intentions to use them for satirical purposes. He noted, “I thought, ‘Yep, that name’s going on the building.’” His history of acquiring political domain names reflects his commitment to using humor as a form of activism. He has closely followed Trump’s actions regarding the Kennedy Center, which included dismissing all 18 board members in favor of individuals loyal to him.
Changes at the Kennedy Center
- The renaming of the iconic D.C. building to “The Donald Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts” has sparked significant controversy.
- New signage revealing the name change was unveiled on December 19, 2025.
- Critics have raised concerns that this renaming violates a 1964 law that established the Kennedy Center as a permanent cultural institution.
Legal Actions and Public Reaction
On December 22, 2025, U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty from Ohio initiated legal action against Trump. She sought the removal of his name from the performing arts center. Beatty, an ex-officio member of the Kennedy Center board, expressed frustration about being muted during a virtual board meeting, which limited her ability to dissent. “The Kennedy Center has always been a cultural institution meant to outlast any one administration or personality,” she declared.
Morton’s Future Plans
While Morton has not disclosed his precise plans for the Trump-Kennedy Center domains, he promised that the content would reflect the “absurdity of the moment.” He acknowledged that some situations challenge satire, saying, “Lots of surprises.” Despite the ongoing backlash, Morton indicated that he has not been approached by anyone from the Trump Administration regarding his projects.
Interestingly, he has received communications from some “random lawyers” who have oddly suggested that satire might be illegal. This highlights the contentious nature of Trump’s actions and the cultural implications surrounding them.
