A patient describes a recurring nightmare in which former President Trump diverts tax payments to January 6 rioters. The session reflects persistent public concerns over accountability for the Capitol events and use of public funds. The piece portrays these fears as a continuing source of political unease.
A proposal for compensation to January 6 defendants has drawn sharp criticism from opponents who view it as rewarding those convicted of attacking the Capitol and police. The editorial cartoon portrays the idea as a presidential slush fund for rioters, highlighting the perceived absurdity of compensating participants in the 2021 events.
The cartoon shows Donald Trump, shirtless and wearing boxing gloves, repeatedly striking a large bop bag shaped like an Iranian cleric. Multiple faces of bearded men in turbans appear on the bag, which rebounds after each punch. A speech bubble captures Trump's frustrated commands for the figure to stay down. The image responds to reports of a new Iranian supreme leader and U.S. efforts against the regime in early 2026. It highlights the perceived futility of direct confrontations with Iran's leadership structure.
Pat Bagley's cartoon depicts Pope Leo confronting a Roman warrior marked 'Hate' and a modern riot gear figure with 'Lies,' both looming over cowering immigrants. This piece satirizes fascism and extremism in immigration policies, drawing parallels between historical Rome and current border thugs. The Vatican and Catholic themes underscore aid to the poor and powerless, while critiquing violence and police overreach. Tagged with Pope Leo, immigrants, fascism, hate, lies, and extremism, the image uses dry humor to expose anti-immigrant hypocrisy.
On June 9, 2025, artist Graeme MacKay portrays President Donald Trump as the Roman emperor Nero, standing on a White House balcony and playing a violin while flames rise from the building's windows. The image draws on the historical tale of Nero fiddling during the Great Fire of Rome. Trump wears a red jacket and laurel wreath, eyes closed in concentration as smoke fills the background. The cartoon references ongoing national tensions including border issues and civil unrest mentioned in related tags.
