The Simpsons Did Not Predict Trump’s Death

Misbar investigated the claim and found it to be fake. "The Simpsons" did not predict the death of former U.S. President Donald Trump, and the circulated image has never appeared in any episode of the series.

A Fake Image Alleging “The Simpsons” Predicted Trump’s Death

The image first appeared in 2017, falsely claiming that "The Simpsons" predicted Trump's death. American media outlets clarified at the time that the image in circulation was fake and had never been shown in the series. Additionally, The Huffington Post, identified by its watermark at the bottom left of the image, did not publish it.

It later emerged that the image was featured in a Spanish-language video posted on the Badabun YouTube channel on February 4, 2017. The video discussed conspiracy theories about "The Simpsons," including predictions of events, and noted that the image originated from an unknown user who shared it in a chat on the 4chan forum.

Did Donald Trump Ever Appear in “The Simpsons” Series?

"The Simpsons" has previously depicted a cartoon version of Trump in various episodes. However, after reviewing the 32-season series, there is no evidence that the show portrayed Trump on his deathbed in this manner.

In 2017, "The Simpsons" satirized Trump's first 100 days as president, depicting the cartoon White House as haunted. In this portrayal, Trump boasts about his achievements surrounded by books titled "The Little Book of Big Lies," "Killing Is Good," and "Florida on $10 Million a Day."

Shooting Incident at Trump’s Campaign Rally

The image began circulating after former U.S. President Donald Trump was shot during a crowded campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. An investigation is ongoing as it is suspected to be an assassination attempt on the former president and presumptive Republican candidate in the upcoming U.S. elections.

In footage released by American media of the incident, multiple gunshots were heard during former President Donald Trump's speech, with blood visible on his ear.

The Secret Service announced in a statement that one participant at the gathering was killed, and two others were seriously injured. The agency also confirmed the death of the suspected shooter, who attacked from an elevated position outside the venue.

Trump’s Response to the Shooting Incident

Trump posted a statement on his social media platform Truth Social hours after the shooting, saying, 'I was hit by a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear.' He added, 'I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin. Much bleeding took place."

Trump also expressed condolences to the family of the protester who was killed, stating, "It's unbelievable that such an act could occur in our country."

A spokesperson for Trump, in a statement, thanked law enforcement and first responders for their swift action during this heinous act, confirming that he is safe and undergoing examination at a local medical facility.

Later, Trump left the Butler area under the protection of the Secret Service, according to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's X account.

Who Shot at Donald Trump?

The Federal Bureau of Investigation stated that the shooter of Trump, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20 years old, was residing in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The agency mentioned that the investigation is ongoing.

According to American media reports, Crooks was registered to vote as a Republican, according to Pennsylvania's voter database, which matched his name, age, and address in Bethel Park. Law enforcement authorities were searching for him early Sunday. This year's presidential election was the first in which Crooks was old enough to vote.

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