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SpaceX Rocket Strikes Moon, Prompts Alien Cease-Fire Plea
SPACEX ROCKET CRASHES INTO MOON by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
A SpaceX rocket has impacted the lunar surface in this imagined scenario. The event draws an immediate reaction from a local alien resident calling for an end to the activity. The piece uses the mishap to highlight ongoing risks in commercial spaceflight and the expanding human presence beyond Earth.
Messi Truck Fires World Cup Trophy at Spain in Final
Emad Hajjaj, Alaraby Aljadeed newspaper , London
Argentina faces Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. Lionel Messi leads the charge as the trophy heads toward the Spanish flag. The image captures the high stakes of the championship match and Argentina's drive for victory.
Zuma Fires Corruption WhatsApp Rocket Amid Jail Speculation
FIGURE IN RED LAUNCHES CORRUPTION ROCKET by Zapiro, cagle.com
The cartoon depicts a caricature of Jacob Zuma in a red jumpsuit launching a rocket labeled big-time corruption WhatsApps. He holds two assault rifles as smoke billows and a question about a potential jail term appears on the left. The image responds to ongoing South African corruption inquiries involving leaked WhatsApp messages around mid-2026.
Jun
18
2026
Father's Day
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
A father equipped with a detailed jetpack leaps from a rooftop into open sky on Father's Day. The image pairs the action with a prominent quote from Pam Brown celebrating how love transforms ordinary men into heroes, adventurers, storytellers and singers of songs. The illustration appears on Townhall and carries the Margolis & Cox credit line.
Jun
10
2026
SpaceX launches IPO
SPACEX LAUNCHES IPO by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
Trump as Moses demands Strait of Hormuz open in political cartoon on Iran crisis and gas prices.
TRUMP MOSES PARTING THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon shows Donald Trump in Moses robes and holding a staff, standing in the Strait of Hormuz while shouting for the waters to part. Two military officers in the foreground comment on the scene. The image responds to ongoing tensions involving Iran, the strait blockade, and U.S. policy responses as of early May 2026.
This political cartoon juxtaposes the Artemis II space launch with an Arrow in Iran, capturing the irony of loving and hating America on the same day.
LAUNCHES by Manny Francisco, politicalcartoons.com
In this irreverent political cartoon, a vibrant Artemis II space launch rockets upward in a blue expanse on the left, symbolizing American innovation and triumph in US space exploration. Contrasting sharply on the right, a stark Arrow in Iran points downward with an orange glow against a gray sky, evoking geopolitical tension and Iranian weaponry. The caption 'Loving and hating America on the same day....' ties it together, offering a humorous take on the bipolar view of America in world news. With its simple yet effective composition, the artwork captures the absurdity of global perceptions, blending satire on international conflict with admiration for NASA's feats. This piece underscores the dichotomy in how the world engages with American power, from awe at space missions to ire over foreign policy frictions.
In this Donald Trump cartoon, the former president boasts about ending wars, but his advisor reveals the satirical truth behind Trump bombing countries.
TRUMP BOMBS SEVEN COUNTRIES by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
This Donald Trump cartoon masterfully captures the essence of satirical Trump presidency through political bombing humor. Trump boasts about ending seven wars, but his advisor notes the public's skepticism, leading to a pivot where he claims bombing seven countries instead, which the advisor says is 'definitely buying that.' The Trump wars satire underscores inconsistencies in Trump foreign policy cartoon style, poking fun at boastful claims versus reality. Created by Whamond, this political cartoon Whamond piece exemplifies humorous political analysis on US military satire, blending irreverent wit with insightful commentary on leadership and perception.
Feb
28
2026
US bombs Iran
US BOMBS IRAN by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Operation Epstein Distraction
OPERATION EPSTEIN DISTRACTION by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
The Peace President launches another war
Paul Duginski, CagleCartoons.com
Aug
7
2025
Tariffs on Seesaw Send Prices Soaring for Families
TARIFFS AND PRICES by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts a seesaw with a heavy tariffs crate marked DJT on the descending side. Everyday goods including vehicles and homes fly upward on the opposite end. This illustrates how tariffs increase costs for middle income households and farmers in 2025.
Uncle Sam Bound to Presidential Powers Rocket Amid July 4th Fireworks
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
The cartoon shows Uncle Sam strapped to a rocket marked expansion of presidential powers as it launches skyward with colorful fireworks. The July 4th setting references recent Supreme Court action on birthright citizenship and related authority questions involving the Trump administration as of late June 2025.
Apr
24
2025
Trump and Putin
TRUMP AND PUTIN by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Musk Critics Torch Teslas While Watching Ukraine Coverage
THE PROTESTERS ANGRY WITH MUSK by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
On March 22 2025 Gary McCoy depicts a man watching burning cars on television and assuming Russian attacks in Ukraine. A seated woman clarifies the vehicles are Teslas set ablaze by Musk-hating Democrats. The scene draws from recent protests and vandalism targeting Tesla properties amid political tensions over Elon Musk's role in government efficiency efforts.
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