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Trump and Xi locked in escalating AI arms race
TRUMP XI COMPETE IN AI RACE by Bart van Leeuwen, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts Donald Trump and Xi Jinping as half-robotic figures standing atop piles of skulls in a devastated cityscape dated 2084. Each leader is labeled with a directive to defeat the other in an AI race, with American and Chinese flags and a circuit board visible among the debris. The image responds to ongoing US-China technological competition by projecting a grim future of mutual escalation. The visual metaphor underscores how both nations view AI development as a zero-sum contest with potentially catastrophic results. The publication date of September 2026 places the piece amid continued policy focus on semiconductor controls and AI investment bills.
War and Fire Block Path to Evolutionary Progress
EVOLUTION FORBIDDEN AMID WAR AND FIRE by Plop and KanKr, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon published on September 7, 2026, shows two monkeys on a tree branch overlooking a forest fire. One monkey holds a red object and declares it forbids the next stage of evolution. In the background, soldiers stand in formation and a fighter jet flies overhead. The image responds to ongoing themes of war disrupting societal and human development. It uses the monkeys to represent humanity stalled by violence and destruction rather than advancing.
Pete Hegseth F Troop
PETE HEGSETH F TROOP by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts two uniformed figures labeled Custer and Pete examining a document titled Iran Strategy. Speech bubbles show them calling the plan brilliant and a piece of cake. The drawing uses the F Troop label and Custer reference to highlight risks of overconfidence in military planning for Iran. The publication date places the work in a period of ongoing discussion about US approaches to Iran. The visual argument centers on the disconnect between stated optimism and known historical outcomes for similar ventures.
JD Vance depicted in sword duel against fraud symbol
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
The July 10 2026 cartoon by Dick Wright shows JD Vance in mid-leap with two swords drawn against a prone figure topped by a donkey head. A blue text box reads JD VANCE FIGHTS THE FIGHT TO FIGHT FRAUD. The scene uses a red circle backdrop and captures the vice presidential figure in exaggerated combat stance amid torn clothing and motion lines.
Anthropomorphic animals in military gear stand in a burning forest amid climate change concerns.
ARMED ANIMALS IN FIERY FOREST by Plop and KanKr, politicalcartoons.com
Anthropomorphic animals wearing military helmets occupy a forest where flames rise from the ground and trees. A large bear holds a rock while a deer grips a spear. Smaller figures include raccoons with bows and a squirrel on a trunk. Silhouettes appear in the background against an orange and red sky. The scene shows animals positioned throughout the burning area with weapons visible.
Family at fair receives directions from man beside Confederate flag
FAMILY SEEKS FAIR EXHIBITS NEAR FLAG by Randall Enos, politicalcartoons.com
A family approaches a man seated in a rocking chair beside a large Confederate battle flag at a fairground and asks for directions to exhibits. The man replies that they are already looking at one. The scene includes a Ferris wheel in the background and several children with the parents.
Trump and Iran Leader Share Hormuz Tollbooth in New Cartoon
TRUMP IRAN LEADERS HORMUZ TOLLBOOTH by Bart van Leeuwen, politicalcartoons.com
A new political cartoon shows President Trump and Iran's supreme leader sharing a tollbooth positioned across the Strait of Hormuz. Both figures extend their hands toward passing cargo ships while American and Iranian flags fly from the structure. The image comments on ongoing disputes over control of the vital oil shipping route.
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.
May
17
2026
SCOTUS depicted as Confederate ball and chain on flagpole
SCOTUS FLAG by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon shows a flagpole with a chain and wrecking-ball style weight. The weight displays the Confederate battle flag and the word SCOTUS. Publication occurred on May 17 2026. The image responds to ongoing debates over Supreme Court decisions involving voting rights and reapportionment. The visual links the court to symbols of the Confederacy.
Baghdad Bob Meets Tehran Trump in Satirical Showdown
BAGHDAD BOB VS TEHRAN TRUMP by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Dave Whamond's political cartoon splits into 'Then' and 'Now' panels, showing Baghdad Bob in military garb proclaiming Baghdad's safety and ongoing victory, dismissing liars. On the right, a Trump-like figure dubbed Tehran Trump, wearing a beret and suit, declares Iran obliterated and battle over, again urging disbelief in liars. The satire underscores parallels in propaganda and denialism, with tags like political satire, Trump caricature, Iraq War reference, Iran conflict, misinformation leaders, and historical parallel. This visual commentary critiques how figures twist realities in wartime narratives, blending dry humor with sharp observation on political exaggeration.
Mar
25
2026
Missiles
Oguz Gurel, Istanbul, Turkey
U.S. - Iran asymmetrical warfare
U.S. - IRAN ASYMMETRICAL WARFARE by Taylor Jones, politicalcartoons.com
Texas GOP Senate Primary Battle Depicted as Saloon Brawl
Paul Duginski, CagleCartoons.com
The image shows two bearded men outside Journey's End Saloon with broken glass and scattered items on the ground. One holds a broom while the other stands near a motorcycle. A sign on the door reads no weapons. The caption attributes the mess to supporters of John Cornyn and Ken Paxton in the Texas GOP Senate primary. The scene responds to the ongoing contest for the Senate seat in the Lone Star State as of March 2026. The primary features a contest between the incumbent senator and the state attorney general. Both candidates draw strong backing within the Republican Party.
Feb
5
2026
Battle Of The Bulge
Harley Schwadron, CagleCartoons.com
The Battle for Safe Streets
Ingrid Rice, British Columbia, Canada
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