end the fed
Apr
22
2026
Taylor Jones draws a bottle of Mezcal Gusano FBI, labeled as a producto de MAGA, with a worm at the bottom that has the face of Kash Patel, eyes wide and mouth open in apparent freak-out. The image plays on the tradition of mezcal with a gusano, or worm, inside the alcohol bottle, tying it to political themes of FBI director, justice department, and law enforcement. The worm's expression suggests inebriation or passing out, evoking ideas of drunkenness and dereliction of duty. This satirical take uses the moth larva in agave booze to comment on the 100 proof intensity of MAGA influence in such appointments. The cartoon stays simple, focusing on the bottle and its contents without added context.
Apr
20
2026
Pat Bagley's political cartoon titled Trump Legacy presents a series of imagined monuments that highlight controversial aspects through labels like End-Your-Civilization Peace Prize on a medal showing a figure with Trump's hairstyle, the Liar-in-Chief Ballroom resembling a grand building with Trump flag, the Taco Triumphal Arch as a stone structure with winged T, and the Pussy-Grabber Library and Epstein Memorial Playland as a classical edifice with a statue. These elements, tagged with arch, MAGA, triumphal, ballroom, peace prize, library, Epstein, use dry humor to comment on themes of liar, Republicans, fascism without adding unseen context. The composition clusters these items in a sketch style, emphasizing bold text and simple lines for impact.
Apr
16
2026
The cartoon shows a caricature of President Trump on one grassy cliff, gripping a vine with leaves that connects to a white dove in the center, while a figure resembling Pope Leo stands on the opposite cliff, also pulling the vine. They face each other across a deep chasm, with cloudy skies above. Tags like war, peace, dove, Iran, Middle East, and Church underscore the visual tension. The artists, Margolis & Cox, place their signature prominently. This setup captures a straightforward conflict over a peace symbol, without hidden layers. The dove hangs upside down, wings slightly spread, as the two figures strain. No emotions or backstories are added; it's just the visible pull between suited man and robed leader.
Apr
16
2026
Bill Day's political cartoon shows a central pope figure on a balcony, holding a cross staff, surrounded by speech bubbles accusing liberal views like protect immigrants, love the poor, peace, no war, weak. A side figure remarks on funny Leo saying the same things about me, drawing a clear visual parallel. The composition uses red curtains and clerical attire for a Vatican setting, emphasizing satire on church politics. Tags include political cartoon pope francis, bill day cartoon, pope leo comparison, conservative backlash pope, anti-war pope, catholic church politics.
Apr
15
2026
Dick Wright's political cartoon depicts a Pope-like figure in white attire, extending a thin rod toward the rear of a massive brown bear, complete with a dangling red tie and sparkling effects at the point of contact. The yellow label reads 'POKING THE WRONG BEAR,' playing on the idiom with a twist. This satirical illustration ties into the Trump-Pope feud, using the bear as a stand-in for power, the red tie evoking Trump's signature look, and the poking action suggesting provocation. Cartoonists often employ such animal metaphors for political commentary, and Wright's style here delivers clear lines and exaggerated features for impact. The image avoids overstatement, sticking to visible elements like the bear's claws and fur details, making it a straightforward jab at ongoing tensions.
Apr
10
2026
This political cartoon features Uncle Sam, complete with his red-white-blue top hat, inside the Artemis II spacecraft, staring out at the cratered moon surface with Earth visible in the background. The image satirizes American space exploration efforts, highlighting themes of patriotism, lunar missions, NASA programs, humorous commentary, political satire, and the return to moon orbits. It cleverly juxtaposes a classic symbol of America with modern space endeavors, poking fun at the grandeur and perhaps the delays or ambitions of the Artemis II project, all rendered in a dark, shadowy style that emphasizes the vastness of space.
Astronauts Parade from Crashed Capsule as Throne-Bearing Victory March Unfolds in Satirical Split
Parade of Fails: Space Crash to Victory Throne
Apr
10
2026
This political cartoon splits into two scenes: top shows astronauts in orange suits, one with NASA patch and another with Canadian flag, waving and exclaiming 'IT'S A PARADE! HOW MARVELLOUS!' as they march from a crashed, smoking NASA capsule in water on a sandy surface. Below, a group carries a regal throne with a crowned figure wearing a T medal, surrounded by confetti and banners reading 'MASSIVE' and 'VICTORY'. In the background, smoke rises from a fractured globe labeled 'Iran' and 'Iraq'. The artwork, signed by MacKay for The Hamilton Spectator, uses humor to juxtapose apparent failure with proclaimed triumph, featuring waving figures and stern expressions in a sandy landscape.
Apr
9
2026
Paul Duginski's cartoon shows a caricatured Trump gesturing proudly while speaking about obliterating the moral compass, a large dome-like structure labeled 'Moral Compass' with directional arrows, placed on the White House roof. The title 'White House Wreckovations' plays on renovations, suggesting destructive changes. Tags including president, MAGA, White House, demolition, morality, ethics, obliteration, Republicans, and Iran war frame the image as a critique of ethical standards in politics. The scene captures a dark night setting with part of the building and trees visible, emphasizing the theme of moral destruction in Washington.
Apr
5
2026
The cartoon depicts a figure with yellow hair and red tie, clearly caricaturing Donald Trump, diving headfirst from the sky like a falling bomb, mouth agape and limbs flailing. Below, two suited men run in panic, one asking if it's a bomb, the other identifying it as Trump. The title declares 'Donald Trumps Image is Plummeting,' playing on the pun of falling popularity. This piece skewers the Trump administration in the US for saying one thing then another, coming off as perverse and arrogant. It portrays him as thinking he's a king, the absolute tyrant of the world, with Europe and the world fed up. The dry humor lands through the visual metaphor, emphasizing global exasperation.
Apr
5
2026
The cartoon shows a fierce black bull, emblazoned with 'U.S. Stock Market,' plummeting off jagged cliffs into a turbulent green sea where an oil barrel labeled 'Fuel Prices' tips over amid white foam. This visual packs a punch on how rising fuel prices can drag down the bull market, touching on economy, stocks, oil, prices, portfolio, and market tags. It's a classic setup: the bull charges ahead but hits the wall of energy costs, splashing into chaos. Editors see these often, where financial optimism meets harsh commodity realities, making it relatable for readers watching their investments swirl in the currents.
