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Donald Trump hides from an Iranian assassination threat inside an airline catering cart while the sign above him is rewritten to read Air Force Run.
Jonathan Brown, PoliticalCartoons.com
A wheeled airline catering cart occupies the center of the frame, painted in the livery of the presidential aircraft: white upper body, curved blue lower panel, and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA lettered down the side. Its full height door hangs open on empty wire shelving. Above it a pale blue placard reads AIR FORCE ONE, with ONE struck through in red and RUN! added beside that word in the same color. Two neckties poke out from between the casters underneath, one of them the long red tie Donald Trump is known for, the only trace of the men folded up inside. The drawing responds to reports that Trump sheltered in an airline galley cart against an assassination threat traced to Iran, turning the most recognizable branding in presidential aviation into an instruction to flee. Jonathan Brown signed the lower right corner alongside inkstains.com and Cagle.com/brown.
US Eagle Dismisses Iranian Leader in Direct Show of Force
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
An American bald eagle uses its talons to grip and dismiss a figure representing Iran's leadership, marked by the national flag and traditional attire. The scene captures ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran over nuclear ambitions and regional influence. The editorial position frames the United States as actively pushing back against Iranian actions through symbolic strength rather than engagement.
Trump and MAGA loving it up on Brokeback Mountain
TRUMP AND MAGA LOVING IT UP ON BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Hamster Turns Down Trump Iran War Wheel
HAMSTER REJECTS TRUMP IRAN WAR WHEEL by Christopher Weyant, politicalcartoons.com
President Trump continues efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict with Iran through repeated diplomatic rounds. The situation remains stalled with no clear progress after multiple attempts. Observers note the repetitive nature of the process without advancement. The piece portrays the hamster's refusal as a commentary on the futility of the approach.
Democrats Watch Their Big Tent Shrink Around Radical Leftists
SHRINKING BIG TENT FOR RADICAL DEMOCRATS by Bob Englehart, politicalcartoons.com
Democratic Party figures have grown concerned that the traditional big tent coalition is contracting as radical leftists consolidate control over the party's direction and messaging. The shift sidelines moderates and narrows the range of acceptable views within the organization. This dynamic raises questions about the party's ability to maintain broad electoral appeal in upcoming cycles. The editorial takes the position that the exclusionary turn is self-defeating and accelerates the party's isolation from mainstream voters.
Iran War Gas Prices Hit Household Budgets
IRAN WAR GAS PRICES HIT HOUSEHOLD BUDGETS by Paresh Nath, politicalcartoons.com
Teacher Hauls Massive Cart of Classroom Supplies for 30 Students
TEACHER HAULS OVERLOADED SCHOOL SUPPLIES CART by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
Teachers across the country routinely spend hundreds of dollars of their own money on basic classroom materials each year. With class sizes often reaching thirty students, educators must purchase notebooks, snacks, tissues, hand soap, and other essentials not covered by school budgets. The image captures this annual back-to-school reality as a teacher struggles with an overloaded shopping cart. The editorial position underscores how underfunded public schools force teachers to subsidize their own classrooms.
Carney Delivers Pep Talk to Struggling Vladdy Amid Dual Slumps
Steve Nease, Freelance
On August 12 2026 Mark Carney addressed Vladimir Guerrero Jr. during simultaneous downturns for the Canadian economy and the Toronto Blue Jays season. The exchange highlights ongoing pressures on both fronts with Carney positioned as a voice of encouragement. The piece frames the interaction as a direct motivational message from the political sphere to the sports world.
Dr.Trump at the foot of your hospital bed
Bruce Plante, PoliticalCartoons.com
Donald Trump appears in a physician's coat asserting control over patient care and dismissing Dr. Fauci. The depiction occurs amid ongoing debates over federal health policy leadership and executive influence on medical decisions. The piece argues that such assertions risk undermining established expertise in public health administration.
Aug
11
2026
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TT080926COLE by John Cole, politicalcartoons.com
Ben Shapiro has built a substantial fundraising operation centered on a $26 fund and ongoing raising activities. The effort underscores the role of individual donors in sustaining prominent conservative media voices. The piece presents Shapiro as a dominant force in this arena.
GOP Weighs Trump Approval Ratings Midterm Push
GOP ELEPHANT POLE VAULTS 2026 MIDTERMS by John Cole, politicalcartoons.com
Republicans face the 2026 midterm elections with Donald Trump as a central figure whose approval ratings remain a key variable. Party strategists must decide how heavily to tie their candidates to the former president amid ongoing voter sentiment. The piece portrays the GOP as an athlete preparing to clear the midterm bar but questioning whether the available pole will suffice.
Todd Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General
TODD BLANCHE CONFIRMED AS ATTORNEY GENERAL by Adam Zyglis, politicalcartoons.com
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Steve Nease, Freelance
Liberal leadership candidates have identified a prominent opponent as their primary focus in an ongoing contest. The opponent, labeled Doug, appears as a large and visible figure in the political landscape. This dynamic highlights how one individual can dominate attention during a party’s internal selection process. The piece presents the situation as an opportunity for the candidates to rally around a clear adversary rather than internal divisions.
Hegseth Holds Position in Tower as Arrows Fly
HEGSETH ARCHER IN CASTLE TOWER by Steve Sack, politicalcartoons.com
Pete Hegseth serves in a senior defense role under the current administration. Recent internal frictions have drawn attention to his position and decision-making. The piece portrays him as an archer under pressure from behind while attempting to maintain his post.
Aug
11
2026
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by Graeme MacKay, politicalcartoons.com
U.S. tariffs imposed on Canadian steel in 2025 triggered sharp declines in the domestic industry by 2026. The federal government responded with a $100 million shipping rebate. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre continued to focus attacks on the Liberal government rather than the trade shock. The cartoon argues this stance amounts to a repeated distraction from the core economic damage.
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