A four-panel illustration tracks Erik Prince from the 1997 launch of Blackwater through 2007 Iraq operations, 2010 foreign flag dealings, and a 2026 portrait of wealth in Abu Dhabi. The sequence highlights repeated accusations of civilian shootings under US contracts and arms trafficking claims while showing rebranding to Academi and continued global sales of paramilitary services.
On June 19, 2026, a cartoon shows Donald Trump at a podium criticizing U.S. border policies for barring or harassing World Cup players, fans and officials from Iran, Senegal, Morocco, Uzbekistan and Somalia. He asks what FIFA thinks of the situation. In a separate panel Trump urges Gianni to speak out while a figure labeled FIFA kneels at his feet. The image responds to ongoing enforcement actions near the 2026 tournament.
A political cartoon dated June 19, 2026, shows a figure representing the Iranian government holding two large sacks labeled $12 billion each in unfrozen US assets. The figure wears a black turban marked Iranian Govt. Small figures appear behind bars inside the mouth area, one tagged Iranians. The image responds to ongoing discussions about US policy on releasing Iranian government funds held abroad. It illustrates the contrast between the leadership receiving the money and the situation for ordinary citizens.
A cage match between the United States and Iran over a potential ceasefire deal has drawn attention amid ongoing Middle East tensions. The confrontation highlights the high stakes of direct engagement between the two nations. The piece portrays the encounter as a chaotic personal brawl rather than a measured diplomatic effort.
The cartoon shows a dense crowd of spectators wearing the new red and white striped U.S. World Cup jerseys. The top text notes that the uniforms make it much harder to locate Waldo among the fans. The image references the 2026 tournament hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. The visual plays on the classic Where's Waldo search books by filling the scene with similar striped shirts. The artist's signature appears in the lower right.
The image depicts a missile labeled Iran War flying above a soccer ball labeled World Cup on a light blue background. The missile moves forward with flames and speed lines while the ball shows curved motion trails. The scene contrasts military conflict with an international sports event.
Pat Bagley's cartoon shows a Trump-like border officer holding a welcome sign for the 2026 World Cup while his dog attacks a player in a striped uniform. The scene draws on immigration enforcement imagery at a time when the tournament is set for North America.
A massive soccer ball labeled for the 2026 FIFA World Cup rolls into the foreground and dwarfs the White House. A UFC Freedom 250 stage sits directly in front of the residence on the publication date when both events compete for attention.
The image shows five ICE agents dressed in hockey protective gear and holding sticks on a grassy field next to a soccer ball. A FIFA sign appears on the left. The agents wear vests labeled ICE and stand in a line facing forward. The scene references the upcoming 2026 World Cup hosted in North America.
The cartoon depicts soccer referees issuing a red card to Missouri weather conditions during the Kansas City World Cup. One official holds an umbrella while declaring the card is for humidity alone. Another referee questions whether the precipitation qualifies as rain. The scene highlights the region's frequent humidity and showers through soccer penalty imagery.
A cartoon published June 8 2026 shows three small aliens on a suburban lawn at night. One points toward a glowing house while a speech bubble urges focus on Knicks or World Cup tickets instead of their leader. A domed UFO rests on the grass nearby. The top banner states the secret to UFO sightings is finally revealed. The scene ties high demand for major sports events to unexplained aerial phenomena.
The image depicts the FIFA World Cup trophy transformed with Donald Trump's face as its centerpiece. Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, holds the base firmly. Several soccer players stand nearby, including figures resembling Kylian Mbappé and others in national kits. The scene references the upcoming 2026 World Cup hosted in part by the United States. Trump's prominent placement on the trophy underscores his outsized role in public discussions around the event.
A drawing depicts a U.S.-labeled figure in a dramatic pose yawning at a paper announcing an Ebola global emergency. The scene references recent health alerts involving outbreaks in Africa. The image highlights perceived U.S. indifference to the declaration from international health bodies. Publication occurs on June 5, 2026, during ongoing discussions of pandemic preparedness involving agencies like the CDC.
A figure marked U.S. yawns widely while holding a notice declaring Ebola a global emergency. The scene references recent health developments in Africa including the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Officials from CDC, USAID and State Department appear sidelined in the response. RFK Jr. and Marco Rubio hold roles in the current administration under Donald J. Trump. The image highlights ongoing public health challenges similar to prior Covid experiences.
The image shows a yellow figure labeled U.S. yawning while clutching a paper announcing an Ebola global emergency. The scene parodies a famous painting with the figure on a bridge-like structure. It comments on the American response to the health crisis in Africa as of June 2026.
