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073126 TRUMP CAN'T STAY AWAKE
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
Donald Trump repeatedly labeled Joe Biden 'Sleepy Joe' during the 2024 campaign and beyond. The nickname stuck as a critique of Biden's energy and age. The cartoon responds by showing Trump himself unable to stay awake at the podium, underscoring perceived hypocrisy in the attack.
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.
RFK Jr. promotes MAHA while Grim Reaper mocks anti-vax claims in pointed health policy critique.
Paul Duginski, CagleCartoons.com
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues promoting Make America Healthy Again initiatives tied to his anti-vaccine positions in mid-2026. The approach draws criticism for linking public health measures to eugenics concerns and undermining scientific consensus. The editorial takes the position that such rhetoric risks real harm by eroding trust in established medical guidance.
Apr
15
2026
Trump Brands Pope a 'Loser' in Fiery Cartoon Clash
TRUMP BASHES POPE by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Dave Whamond's political cartoon captures Donald Trump in a blue suit, pointing aggressively and shouting 'loser' at a figure resembling the Pope, dressed in white robes with a tall mitre and holding a crozier, who calmly utters 'peace and love.' This satirical illustration underscores Trump's bombastic personality clashing with symbols of compassion and spirituality. The simple composition, with speech bubbles dominating the scene, amplifies the humor in the contrast between aggression and serenity. Tags like political cartoon Trump Pope, satirical illustration Trump insults religious leader, and cartoon Trump calls Pope loser emphasize the editorial bite. Such cartoons thrive in syndication for their timely jab at public figures. The dry wit lies in the exaggerated expressions, making it shareable across social media platforms.
Mar
25
2026
Trump Transformed into Furious Gas Pump Amid Soaring Prices
Dale Cummings, Canada, PoliticalCartoons.com
Dale Cummings draws Trump as a boxy gas pump, head topped with a dripping nozzle and $5.55 price tag, frowning in a suit with a green sash screaming Epic Gasoline Fury. Standing on a pedestal, the figure captures the essence of high gas prices tied to War in Iran and Operation Epic Fury. The cartoon skewers oil prices and Strait of Hormuz affordability, blending humor with commentary on economic fallout. It's a straightforward jab at political decisions driving up costs at the pump, rendered in watercolor style for punchy effect. Tags like War in Iran, Operation Epic Fury, oil prices, gas prices, Strait of Hormuz affordability, and affordability underscore the timely critique.
Democrats Greet King-Costumed Obama and Biden on Halloween
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
On October 21 2025 a political cartoon by Margolis and Cox depicts a Democratic donkey at a doorstep offering candy to figures resembling Barack Obama and Joe Biden dressed as kings for Halloween. The donkey exclaims approval of the costumes while one king questions the term. The image references the No Kings theme and critiques Democratic support for prominent leaders amid ongoing political debates.
Pope Leo Faces Off Against Hate and Lies in Immigration Satire
POPE LEO AND IMMIGRANTS by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
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.
Titanic meets Hindenburg
TITANIC MEETS HINDENBURG by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Oct
2
2023
Mug Shots
MUG SHOTS by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Jul
26
2023
DeSantis Campaign
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
Apr
19
2023
Pence for President?
PENCE FOR PRESIDENT? by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
May
22
2022
Aliens Apologize for Blurry UAP Photos in Congressional Hearing Satire
PICTURES OF UAPS by Randall Enos, politicalcartoons.com
Randall Enos captures the absurdity of government UFO disclosures in this 2022 cartoon, where a wide-eyed alien apologizes to what appears to be a row of green-headed listeners for not having advanced enough technology to provide a clear image of an unidentified aerial phenomenon. The screen shows a blurry black dot over a blue expanse, highlighting the frustration with vague evidence presented in real House Permanent Select Committee hearings chaired by Adam Schiff. Tags like UFO, flying saucers, and aliens underscore the satirical take on congressional probes into extraterrestrial sightings, poking fun at the persistent mystery and poor quality of UAP footage that fuels public skepticism and conspiracy theories.
Biden's Christmas Wish
BIDEN'S CHRISTMAS WISH by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Aug
31
2020
Anon anon meeting
ANON ANON MEETING by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Nov
14
2019
In Traction
IN TRACTION by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
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