On October 16 2025 a political cartoon by Bruce Plante depicts three children on a suburban sidewalk during Halloween night. A child in a Donald Trump costume sits on the pavement with candy spilled from a bag after an apparent fall. A child dressed as Frankenstein stands nearby and says the Trump costume was a bad idea while another child in a witch costume runs away. The scene references ongoing political perceptions of Trump around the 2025 period.
Pat Bagley's 'King Trump' captures a regal Donald Trump caricature seated on an ornate golden throne marked with a prominent 'T,' his expression stern as he grips a smoking pistol. Surrounding the throne's base lie several jester figures in black-and-white outfits, sprawled lifelessly with red blood spots, evoking themes of comedy suppression. Tags like Kimmel, Colbert, and Charlie Kirk hint at late-night hosts and conservative voices, but the image sticks to visible elements: the king's red robe, ermine trim, and the smoky aftermath. This piece comments on cancel culture, GOP dynamics, MAGA loyalty, hate, humor, and first amendment issues without overt labels, relying on caricature for impact. The dry wit underscores a tyrant's intolerance for jesters, a straightforward jab at power and censorship.
