A proposal for compensation to January 6 defendants has drawn sharp criticism from opponents who view it as rewarding those convicted of attacking the Capitol and police. The editorial cartoon portrays the idea as a presidential slush fund for rioters, highlighting the perceived absurdity of compensating participants in the 2021 events.
2021
Sep
18
2022
The cartoon by Dave Whamond published September 18 2022 shows a large head of Sen. Lindsey Graham on the left issuing a warning in a speech bubble that prosecution of Donald Trump would trigger riots in the streets. The right panel depicts a large group of people dancing and celebrating with confetti and raised glasses beneath a banner reading CLOSE LINDSEY CLOSE. The image responds to Graham's recent comments on potential DOJ action regarding classified documents at Mar-a-Lago and related investigations.
Aug
29
2022
The cartoon depicts a horned, shirtless man reacting with excitement to a television report quoting Sen. Lindsey Graham warning of riots in the streets if former President Trump is prosecuted. The scene shows the man in a cluttered living room with beer cans nearby, his speech bubble expressing enthusiasm as if the news signals a return to action. This visual responds to Graham's August 2022 comments amid ongoing discussions about legal actions against Trump following the 2020 election and January 6 events.
Jul
1
2022
