Commentary: TV Superman Dean Cain is recruiting immigration agents and, thanks to DHS, so is ‘South Park’

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Thirty years ago, Dean Cain portrayed a superhero on television. Currently, he’s expressing interest in assisting the government in their controversial searches of locations such as Home Depot parking lots, schools, and bus stops, targeting individuals who might seem like immigrants.

In the 1990s, Cain starred as Superman in the TV show “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.” On a recent Tuesday, he took to Instagram, urging his followers to consider applying for a position with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.

He invited his followers in a video, saying, “Here’s your chance to become part of ICE.” He explained that by joining, they could enjoy numerous advantages and good compensation. He added that since President Trump assumed office, ICE has apprehended hundreds of thousands of criminals, among them terrorists, rapists, murderers, child molesters, MS-13 gang members, drug dealers, and other extremely dangerous individuals who are no longer roaming the streets.

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Dean Cain expresses disagreement with James Gunn’s latest statements concerning his upcoming ‘Superman,’ stating that it was inappropriate for the filmmaker to associate the legendary character with immigration issues.

It appears that Cain continues to battle fictitious villains, as it seems the majority of individuals being held by ICE are not criminals. In fact, out of the approximately 200,000 people detained by ICE since October, nearly two-thirds (65%) have no criminal record at all, and a staggering 93% do not have a history of violent crimes.

However, he wasn’t the only character from a TV series to be featured in a job recruitment post for the Department of Homeland Security. On their official X account, the department borrowed an image from a “South Park” teaser for the upcoming episode titled “Got a Nut.” The image depicted masked individuals traveling in black vehicles labeled as ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). The Department added its own caption: “Join.Ice.Gov.

In a passionate fan’s perspective, the final episode, titled “Sermon on the Mount,” left no stone unturned in its satirical critique of the president’s masculinity and propensity for retaliatory lawsuits. Despite his dismissal of the animated comedy as irrelevant, it’s important to note that this biting portrayal marked the show’s strongest season premiere since 1999.

In simpler terms, during its premiere on July 23, “South Park” on Paramount Global attracted 68% more viewers than the previous season’s debut. This program was the most-watched cable show of that day. Over the subsequent three days, the episode managed to reach almost 6 million viewers across both Paramount+ and Comedy Central platforms.

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Commentary: ‘South Park’ season opener puts Trump in bed with Satan and has Paramount on its knees

It’s quite fitting that ‘South Park’ has made its comeback now. The premiere episode is particularly harsh towards Paramount, CBS, and President Trump.

In a 20-second sneak peek of Wednesday’s “Got a Nut” episode, Trump is depicted at a dinner gathering with none other than Satan. A voice from off-screen praises Trump’s bravery, as Trump discretely rubs Satan’s leg beneath the table. However, Satan requests him to halt his actions. It appears that even the devil himself finds Trump’s behavior distasteful.

As a die-hard fan, it’s clear that the latest episode of South Park is set to tackle the absurdity surrounding the recruitment drive by ICE, or so it seems. If you’ve been following their X account, you might have come across “Got a Nut,” where our beloved Mr. Mackey, after losing his job, finds himself in a desperate hunt for a new means of income. The caption shows him looking rather out of place in a face mask and ICE vest, standing next to a characterization of Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Secretary, who poses dramatically in ICE gear and brandishes a gun triumphantly in the air.

On Tuesday, “South Park” reacted through X to the department’s use of a picture from the upcoming episode, saying, “Hold on, does that mean we STILL matter?” with a hashtag that cannot be repeated here.

Criticism of MAGA’s harsh immigration policies has intensified following the Trump administration’s initiative to recruit Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, offering a $50,000 signing bonus and retirement benefits. In a press release last week, Noem encouraged potential ICE agents saying, “Your nation needs you to serve at ICE.” She argued that these agents are essential for removing the most dangerous criminals from our country, emphasizing this as a crucial juncture in American history. According to her, the unique skills, experience, and bravery of these individuals are more vital than ever. Together, they must protect the homeland.

Cain’s popular show has been off the air for as long as “South Park” has been running, but after three decades, he decided to put on his virtual superhero suit again. On Tuesday, he shared on social media that he wanted to help secure the safety of all Americans, not just talk about it. As a 59-year-old law enforcement officer and filmmaker, he felt compelled to join forces with first responders for this noble cause. He expressed, “I’ve decided to lend my support by joining up.

One follower commented: “Regrettably, it’s not possible for someone to join ICE if they are older than 37 years, regardless of whether they are an experienced and licensed state law enforcement officer.

Cain replied: “Perhaps we’ll get the changed. …”

In just a short while, Noem revealed on Fox News that the age limit for ICE recruitment had been done away with. Swifter than a bullet whizzing past an ICE protestor, Superman broadened the possibility of state-sanctioned abductions to both young and elderly individuals.

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2025-08-07 06:01