In a shocking turn of events, several leading satire websites, including The Turnip and NotTheNews, have declared bankruptcy, unable to compete with the outrageous headlines generated by former President Trump. “Reality is funnier than fiction,” lamented Terry Costigan, former editor-in-chief of The Turnip. With stories like Trump’s “Self-Deport” app and bizarre claims from political figures, satire writers are left scrambling. As the industry faces an existential crisis, some are pivoting to new ventures, while others wonder: can they still find humor in a world where truth often outstrips parody? Dive into the full story to explore this unprecedented moment.