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Trump Pledges to Flush Out Communists for Supporter
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
Donald Trump appears in a wooded setting with a MAGA supporter holding an open bag. Trump gestures ahead and vows to drive evil communists into the trap. The image frames the effort as a classic snipe hunt, highlighting the futility of the promised purge.
Trump Sinks Deeper Into Quagmire With Rifle Raised
SINKING IN THE IRAQ QUAGMIRE by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump faces mounting difficulties tied to military engagements as of late July 2026. The situation underscores risks of prolonged involvement abroad. The piece portrays these events as a self-inflicted trap that threatens broader stability.
Heat Wave Exposes Limits of Climate Denial Rhetoric
DENYING GLOBAL WARMING WHILE CRAWLING IN DESERT by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
Public figures continue to label global warming a hoax despite record heat events affecting communities worldwide. The stance draws scrutiny as temperatures climb and denial rhetoric persists in political circles. The piece highlights the disconnect between such claims and observable conditions on the ground.
Mitch McConnell health questions prompt new card category
MITCH MCCONNELL HEALTH UNCERTAINTY GREETING CARDS by Steve Sack, politicalcartoons.com
Questions about Mitch McConnell's health and future in Senate leadership have persisted into mid-2026. The Kentucky Republican has faced repeated absences and public episodes that fuel speculation about his capacity to continue. Colleagues in both parties watch closely because his position influences committee assignments and floor strategy. The uncertainty affects legislative timelines on appropriations and judicial matters. The piece argues that the situation leaves observers with little reliable information and treats the ambiguity itself as the central story.
Voter Discontent Towers Over Congress in New Cartoon
VOTER DISCONTENT POX ON CONGRESS by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
Voter frustration with Congress has grown amid stalled legislation and partisan gridlock on Capitol Hill. The piece portrays this sentiment as a towering monstrous force looming over the legislative branch. It argues that public anger targets both parties equally for failing to address key issues.
Permanent Daylight Saving Time Proposal Sparks Debate Over Policy Reversals
PERMANENT DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME DEBATE by Jimmy Margulies, politicalcartoons.com
Proposals to make daylight saving time permanent coincide with debates over tariffs, abortion access, voting rights and environmental rules. The cartoon frames these as part of a broader pattern of policy shifts that some view as steps backward.
Trump Correspondents Dinner Jokes Fall Flat
Paul Duginski, CagleCartoons.com
Donald Trump delivered jokes at the 2026 White House Correspondents Dinner that landed poorly with the audience. The event drew attention for the president's comedic missteps amid ongoing tensions with the press. The piece argues the routine exposed a persistent pattern of tone-deaf delivery rather than isolated misfires.
Keir Starmer exits while Andy Burnham enters the revolving door at Downing Street amid UK prime minister leadership turnover and government bureaucracy chaos.
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
Keir Starmer exits the revolving door at 10 Downing Street while Andy Burnham enters from the opposite side. Starmer wears a dark suit with a red tie and glasses. Burnham has his name printed on the back of his jacket. A sign in the corner reads now serving number seven prime ministers in a decade. The image shows rapid leadership turnover at the United Kingdom government headquarters. It responds to ongoing political instability marked by multiple changes in the prime minister position over the past ten years, with the latest transition from Starmer to Burnham continuing the pattern of short tenures in the role.
Trump Iran Approach Mirrors Coyote Missile Mishap
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
Donald Trump has renewed pressure on Iran through statements and policy signals in recent weeks. The moves come amid ongoing nuclear concerns and regional instability. The piece argues that such aggressive posturing risks backfiring in ways similar to past miscalculations.
Trump sweeps Iran casualties and ICE incidents under the flag
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
Donald Trump faces scrutiny over reported casualties from potential Iran conflict and an ICE-related shooting incident in mid-2026. The administration's handling of these events draws criticism for downplaying accountability. The piece argues that attempts to minimize these issues undermine public trust in governance.
Messi Left Holding Broken World Cup Trophy
MESSI HOLDS BROKEN WORLD CUP TROPHY by Dario Castillejos, politicalcartoons.com
Lionel Messi appears with a broken World Cup trophy in a depiction tied to Argentina's 2026 tournament performance. The image captures the star player examining the damaged hardware following the team's results. It underscores the challenges of defending a title amid high expectations for the national side.
GOP elephant covers eyes from stop the steal dunce cap figure waving deep state election theft papers ahead of midterms.
Jonathan Brown, PoliticalCartoons.com
The cartoon shows a large Republican elephant in a suit covering its eyes while a small figure in a dunce cap labeled Stop the Steal waves papers claiming deep state anti-fascists stole the election six years ago. The elephant wears a Midterm GOP Odds button. Speech bubbles declare the papers contain the full campaign platform. The image comments on Republican candidates shifting focus from 2020 election disputes toward midterm races.
Trump Caught in Web While Spider Asserts Card Control
TRUMP TANGLED IN SPIDER WEB WITH UNO by Steve Sack, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump lies caught in strands of a large web. A spider figure with human features stands nearby holding UNO cards and a reverse card. The caption at the bottom states that the spider holds all the cards.
Canada Rejects Sugar Offer at Stampede Showdown
Steve Nease, Freelance
A horse wearing a Canadian flag blanket rears and kicks at the Calgary Stampede as a top-hatted figure extends sugar cubes from a bag marked $UGAR. A Mountie in cowboy attire stands nearby holding a bitten red apple and frowning. The cartoon, dated July 13 2026, depicts Canada turning away from the sweetener offer in favor of the fruit. The visual plays on the annual Stampede event and ongoing economic negotiations between Canada and its southern neighbor. The horse's bandaged hindquarters and the spilled sugar emphasize the abrupt refusal.
Trump mourns Sen. Lind while promoting SAVE Act at funeral
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
Donald Trump stands beside the casket of Sen. Lind on July 13, 2026, holding a sign urging passage of the SAVE Act. A portrait of the late senator rests atop the wooden coffin while a floral wreath displays the legislative message. Trump remarks that the situation is so sad. The image captures the intersection of a Senate vacancy and ongoing efforts to advance voter eligibility legislation.
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