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This political cartoon depicts a fighter jet labeled 'Epic Fury' bypassing US Congress and war powers over flyover country.
RJ Matson, Portland, ME
This sharp political cartoon captures the essence of executive overreach, with a fighter jet dubbed 'Epic Fury' zooming past US Congress, discarding war powers documents like confetti over flyover country. The torn US Constitution riddled with bullet holes symbolizes the erosion of constitutional principles amid unchecked military actions. Tags like political cartoon, war powers, US Congress, flyover country, US Constitution, and executive power underscore the satire on how presidents often sidestep legislative approval for wars, leaving the heartland—flyover country—to bear the brunt. It's a humorous yet insightful critique of the power imbalance in Washington, where the Capitol is just a scenic detour on the path to conflict.
In this political cartoon, media sensationalism erupts like a nuclear explosion from headlines on Epstein files and war with Iran, highlighting journalism critique.
THE SMOKESCREEN by Adam Zyglis, politicalcartoons.com
Dive into Adam Zyglis's political cartoon where breaking news morphs into a nuclear explosion, symbolizing media sensationalism around the Epstein files and war with Iran. USA missiles and Iran conflict visuals underscore geopolitical tension, while the exploding headlines serve as a sharp journalism critique. This satirical illustration captures the chaos of fake news explosion, reminding us how sensational stories can overshadow substance in today's fast-paced media landscape. With irreverent humor, it questions the ethics of turning tragedies into spectacles, blending satire with insightful commentary on news consumption.
Feb
4
2026
ICE Agent Threatens Uncle Sam with Tear Gas and Terrorism Charges in Biting Satire
DOMESTIC TERRORISTS by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
In this sharp political cartoon by Whamond, a bloated ICE agent, donning a red cap and green uniform, points a tear gas launcher directly at Uncle Sam's face, uttering a chilling threat to fire and then charge the iconic American symbol with being a domestic terrorist upon reaction. The imagery critiques government overreach, immigration enforcement tactics, and the weaponization of labels like domestic terrorism to stifle protest suppression and civil liberties. Uncle Sam, holding his stars-and-stripes top hat, represents the nation's foundational values under assault, while the ICE figure embodies authoritarian tactics in border patrol. This editorial cartoon underscores the tension between law enforcement critique and human rights, making it a timely piece on political humor amid ongoing debates on freedom of speech.
Oct
27
2025
NBA Commissioner Silver Disturbed by Gambling Scandal While DraftKings Sponsors Broadcast
NBA GAMBLING SCANDAL by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver appears at a broadcast desk expressing deep disturbance over a gambling scandal. A second speech bubble immediately reveals that the segment is sponsored by DraftKings. The image highlights the tension between official condemnation and commercial partnerships in professional basketball.
Trump shooting arrows at NATO board
TRUMP SHOOTING ARROWS AT NATO BOARD by Bart van Leeuwen, politicalcartoons.com
Gift box, American flag, Elon Musk card
HAPPY DAY by Becs, politicalcartoons.com
On June 12 2025 a cartoon depicts a large gift box patterned like the American flag topped with a yellow bow and accompanied by a card signed Elon declaring Donald like a father.
Trump Plays Violin Atop Burning White House in Nero Parallel
TRUMP FIDDLES, AMERICA BURNS by Graeme MacKay, politicalcartoons.com
On June 9, 2025, artist Graeme MacKay portrays President Donald Trump as the Roman emperor Nero, standing on a White House balcony and playing a violin while flames rise from the building's windows. The image draws on the historical tale of Nero fiddling during the Great Fire of Rome. Trump wears a red jacket and laurel wreath, eyes closed in concentration as smoke fills the background. The cartoon references ongoing national tensions including border issues and civil unrest mentioned in related tags.
Trump is surrounded by GOP sycophants
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
Taking Aim at Education
TAKING AIM AT EDUCATION by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
DOGE Ransomware Targets USAID in New Cartoon
RJ Matson, Portland, ME
The cartoon depicts Uncle Sam reacting to a laptop screen hacked by DOGE ransomware. The screen shows crossed-out USAID logos and a demand to terminate the agency within 24 hours. It responds to the 2025 launch of the Department of Government Efficiency initiative under Elon Musk, which targeted foreign aid programs for cuts.
Billionaires bow to Altar of Trump
BILLIONAIRES BOW TO ALTAR OF TRUMP by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
US relying on allies for exports may backfire
Luojie, China Daily, China
Jul
5
2024
Biden urged to go
BIDEN URGED TO GO by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
May
20
2024
Kiss the Ring
KISS THE RING by Rivers, politicalcartoons.com
Mar
30
2024
Easter Basket Reveals Shrinkflation Under Current Economy
EASTER RABBITNOMICS by Christopher Weyant, politicalcartoons.com
On March 30, 2024, a cartoon depicts two children discovering a nearly empty Easter basket on a suburban lawn. A large speech bubble labeled SHRINKFLATION!! erupts from the boy. An Easter rabbit hops into the distance carrying a basket with eggs. The image ties directly to ongoing public discussion of rising prices and reduced product sizes during the spring holiday season.
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