decisions

Mar
26
2026
Boots on the Ground: When Military Might Crushes the Home Front Economy
BOOTS ON THE GROUND by Christopher Weyant, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon shows a pair of massive military boots dominating the scene, one labeled 'Inflation' and the other 'Gas Prices,' as they crush small human figures on the ground, with a sign reading 'Middle Class' among them. A speech bubble from one of the crushed figures says, 'I thought they were supposed to be headed to Iran...' The title 'Boots on the Ground' sits at the top. This setup uses dry humor to highlight misplaced priorities in war, economy, inflation, gas prices, middle class, and Iran. The sandy ground and stormy sky add to the chaotic feel, tying into tags like Trump, negotiation, Strait of Hormuz, and domestic policy impacts.
Inside Trump's Pinball Brain: Chaotic Iran War Decisions in Cartoon Form
INSIDE TRUMP'S CHAOTIC IRAN WAR PINBALL BRAIN by Steve Sack, politicalcartoons.com
Steve Sack's cartoon portrays Donald Trump's head as a chaotic pinball machine titled Iran War, complete with buttons like bomb, more bombs, ground troops, lie, blame, airstrike, beg NATO, threaten, negotiate, declare victory, and even taco. The machine tilts with buzzes and dings, showing a silver ball in play and Trump's hands on the flippers. This satire captures erratic presidential thinking on foreign policy, blending war tactics with absurdity. Tags like Trump Iran war pinball cartoon, chaotic Trump foreign policy satire, Steve Sack political cartoon, Trump brain as pinball machine, Iran conflict humor illustration, presidential decision making parody underscore the humor in potential conflict scenarios.
Mar
25
2026
Trump Transformed into Furious Gas Pump Amid Soaring Prices
Dale Cummings, Canada, PoliticalCartoons.com
Dale Cummings draws Trump as a boxy gas pump, head topped with a dripping nozzle and $5.55 price tag, frowning in a suit with a green sash screaming Epic Gasoline Fury. Standing on a pedestal, the figure captures the essence of high gas prices tied to War in Iran and Operation Epic Fury. The cartoon skewers oil prices and Strait of Hormuz affordability, blending humor with commentary on economic fallout. It's a straightforward jab at political decisions driving up costs at the pump, rendered in watercolor style for punchy effect. Tags like War in Iran, Operation Epic Fury, oil prices, gas prices, Strait of Hormuz affordability, and affordability underscore the timely critique.
Trump mixes incompetence and military power in regime change recipe
Malcolm McGookin, CagleCartoons.com
The image shows Donald Trump depicted as a chef preparing a dish labeled regime change. Three panels illustrate adding ingredients like incompetence and dementia then reducing military power before demanding more bombs. The work responds to ongoing tensions involving Iran and regional conflicts as of March 2026.
Mar
11
2026
Trump Portrayed as the Nozzle Driving Up Gas Prices
GAS PRICES by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
On March 11 2026 Bill Day depicts Donald Trump with his head serving as a gas pump nozzle labeled gas prices. The red tie dangles like a fuel hose. The image responds to ongoing concerns over rising fuel costs linked to tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
In this biting political cartoon, Donald Trump confuses rising gas prices with poll numbers amid Iran war tensions.
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
This sharp political cartoon by Michael de Adder captures Donald Trump triumphantly holding a chart of upward trends, claiming his poll numbers have skyrocketed since going to war with Iran. However, a bespectacled Dick Cheney corrects him, revealing those are actually gas prices soaring. The satire highlights the ironic consequences of Middle East conflict on the US economy, blending humor with commentary on presidential approval ratings tied to foreign policy blunders. Incorporating elements of US politics, oil prices, and war economy, the image stands on the presidential seal, emphasizing official folly. It's a witty jab at how leaders might misread economic fallout as personal gains, perfect for editorial discussions on satire and current events.
EPA gift rejected as Mother Nature discards climate focus
NO VALENTINES FOR MOTHER NATURE by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
Mother Nature appears in a green dress and floral accessories while holding a heart labeled from the EPA. She discards a banner reading Climate Change. The scene occurs on a date tied to Valentine's Day themes. The image responds to recent EPA actions on regulations and greenhouse gases. It shows the figure turning away from the climate item. The composition places the speech bubble above the action. Broader context involves ongoing debates over clean air rules and energy policy at the time of publication.
Trump Bringing America Down In The World
Peter Kuper, PoliticalCartoons.com
Jan
12
2026
Trump Crowned as King in Satirical Attack on Foreign Policy
TRUMP AS KING by Sean Delonas, politicalcartoons.com
Sean Delonas captures Donald Trump as a rotund king lounging on a throne in a dimly lit castle hall, complete with a bishop crowning him with a glowing crown and a scepter in hand. Surrounded by medieval figures like guards, a jester, and courtiers, Trump faces a modern reporter wielding a microphone and notes, demanding to know what gives him the right to just attack other nations. The cartoon blends historical pomp with contemporary critique, tagging into Trump, wars, Iran, Venezuela, press, king, media, counterterrorism, military, policy, and president themes. The dry humor underscores the absurdity of unchecked power, with the artist's signature style emphasizing exaggerated features and satirical edge.
Frustrated College Sports Fan Decides to Enter the Transfer Portal Himself
FANS ENTERING THE TRANSFER PORTAL by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
A college sports fan in a recliner erupts in anger at his television and announces he is entering the transfer portal. The scene reflects ongoing frustration with player movement, NIL compensation, and shifting team loyalties in NCAA football and basketball during the 2025 season. The cartoon highlights how these changes affect even dedicated supporters who once valued school allegiance.
Trump Pardons Thanksgiving Turkey
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
Trump's Decisions and Distractions
TRUMP'S DECISIONS AND DISTRACTIONS by Graeme MacKay, politicalcartoons.com
These Little Piggies Make A Fist
THESE LITTLE PIGGIES MAKE A FIST by Ratt, politicalcartoons.com
This political cartoon uses the nursery rhyme 'This Little Piggy' to satirize political corruption, power dynamics, and the manipulation of institutions like Congress and the Supreme Court. Each finger represents a different aspect of political critique, from corruption to the surrender of power, culminating in a commentary on dictatorship. The illustration employs humor and allegory to convey a strong political message about the current state of governance and influence.
Trump Operates Wrecking Ball Near Democrat Pumpkin Patch
TRUMP RENOVATES THE PUMPKIN by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
On October 26 2025 Gary McCoy depicts two donkey figures reacting with alarm to a wrecking ball crane operated by Donald Trump. The crane bears a MAGA label and swings near an orange pumpkin resting on hay. One donkey lies in bed under a patterned blanket while the other stands pointing and shouting about renovation. The speech bubble reads OH NO! TRUMP'S GOING TO RENOVATE OUR PUMPKIN. The image references ongoing White House renovation discussions and partisan reactions at the time.
Oct
21
2025
Trump Operates Excavator to Demolish Building Marked America
TEARING DOWN AMERICA by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
On October 21 2025 John Darkow depicts Donald Trump operating a large excavator labeled TRUMP that is actively demolishing a classical building marked AMERICA. Rubble and dust scatter as the bucket strikes the structure. A quote about stars being allowed to do anything appears beside the cab. The scene references ongoing White House renovation discussions and executive actions in late 2025.
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