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Trump Faces Surge of Venezuelan Oil Under Shifting US Policy
Marian Kamensky, Austria
US policy toward Venezuelan oil exports shifted in 2026 as the Trump administration eased certain sanctions. This allowed increased crude shipments to reach American markets. The change raised questions about energy security and relations with Caracas. Critics argued the move undermined prior pressure on the Maduro government. The cartoon depicts the oil surge directly impacting Trump, suggesting the policy backfired on its architect.
Trump plasters Epstein distractions
TRUMP PLASTERS EPSTEIN DISTRACTIONS by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump appears in a September 2026 cartoon pushing a cart stacked with signs promoting tariffs, questioning mail-in ballots, and asserting claims about Iran, Canada trade, and domestic issues. The image captures a pattern of public messaging that blends economic nationalism with repeated challenges to established processes. The editorial position frames these statements as a deliberate strategy to keep multiple controversies in motion at once.
Trump Expands Mining Rights at Bears Ears Monument
TRUMP OPENS BEARS EARS TO MINING by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
President Trump opened Bears Ears National Monument to expanded mining operations, citing broader public access. The move benefits mining companies and political donors while limiting protections for hikers, tribes and recreational users. The cartoon criticizes the decision as donor-driven favoritism over conservation.
Trump Launches Logging Push in National Forests
Bruce Plante, PoliticalCartoons.com
President Trump has directed expanded logging across national forests, ordering crews to begin timber harvests on federal lands. The move opens protected areas to commercial cutting under new administration policy. Critics argue the action prioritizes industry over conservation while supporters cite economic benefits and reduced wildfire risk. The cartoon depicts Trump firing the starting gun to launch the operations.
Carney Turns Keystone Valve on Trump
Marian Kamensky, Austria
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney moves to restrict the Keystone XL pipeline in a direct action affecting U.S. interests tied to Donald Trump. The decision carries implications for cross-border energy flows and bilateral relations. The piece portrays the move as a targeted setback delivered through the pipeline controls.
Trump Revokes Roadless Rule, Claims Logging Stops Forest Fires
TRUMP REVOKES ROADLESS RULE ON FORESTS by Monte Wolverton, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon shows Donald Trump in a landscape of tree stumps after revoking the roadless rule. He claims in a speech bubble that logging all trees eliminates forest fires. The image responds to the 2026 policy change allowing logging in previously protected primitive forests. The visual argument highlights the scale of tree removal as a supposed fire prevention measure. Publication occurred on August 18, 2026.
Trump Eyes Oil Barrel as Potential Trojan Horse
Marco DeAngelis, PoliticalCartoons.com
Donald Trump examines an oil barrel presented as a Trojan horse containing hidden armed figures. The image highlights risks in energy dealings or foreign entanglements involving oil supplies. The editorial position warns against accepting such barrels without scrutiny due to concealed threats.
Trump Eyes Iran Oil While Clinging to Venezuela Reserves
THE LORD OF THE OIL 28-07-2026 by Osmani Simanca, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Iranian oil exports through renewed sanctions while maintaining claims on Venezuelan resources. The moves aim to reshape global energy markets and counter rivals in the Middle East and Latin America. The editorial portrays this focus as an obsessive drive for control over foreign oil supplies.
Canada Eyes Compensation From U.S. Wildfire Smoke After Trump Floats Idea
Ingrid Rice, British Columbia, Canada
Donald Trump suggested the U.S. should receive compensation for smoke from Canadian wildfires. The cartoon responds by showing Canadians considering a reciprocal claim for smoke from U.S. wildfires affecting British Columbia air quality. It underscores the political dynamic of mutual environmental grievances between the two nations.
Trump Questions Climate View While Holding Iran War Paper
TRUMP FEELS HEAT ON CLIMATE AND IRAN by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump appears in the image sweating heavily with a flushed face. He holds a newspaper headlined Endless Iran War in one hand. His other hand pulls at his collar. One speech bubble states Maybe Climate Change Really Does Exist. Another states I'm Starting To Feel The Heat. The scene shows visible drops of sweat around his head and shoulders.
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DONALD TRUMP by Petar Pismestrovic, politicalcartoons.com
Trump Sun Scorches Activist's Global Warming Plea
TRUMP SUN OVERPOWERS GLOBAL WARMING PROTEST by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump remains a central figure in U.S. politics on June 26, 2026. Ongoing debates over climate policy continue amid his influence. The piece portrays the sun as Trump to highlight resistance to warming efforts.
Donald Trump waves white flag while clinging to wind turbine amid energy debate.
TRUMP CLINGS TO WIND TURBINE by Bart van Leeuwen, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump appears clinging to a large wind turbine while holding a white flag in an image dated June 24 2026. The scene shows the figure in a blue suit and red tie with blond hair blowing in the wind. Text at the bottom reads (HEAD)WIND MEMORANDUM along with website credits. The image responds to ongoing debates over renewable energy policies during that period.
Trump Claims Card Advantage in Iran Negotiations
RJ Matson, Portland, ME
The cartoon shows President Trump playing solitaire with a large hand of cards while an Iranian figure labeled Iran plays chess on a board marked Strait of Hormuz. Trump declares he holds all the cards. The Iranian figure asks who can negotiate with someone playing solitaire. The image references ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran over nuclear issues and regional influence as of the June 2026 publication date.
Dad Shepherds Because of Gas Prices
DAD SHEPHERDS BECAUSE OF GAS PRICES by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
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