not my pope
Apr
13
2026
Dave Granlund's cartoon titled 'Pope Leo vs. Trump' features the pontiff holding a cross with the speech bubble 'Symbol of Whom I Worship...', directly contrasting Trump's figure gripping a 'T' pendant and echoing the same phrase. This setup underscores criticism against war, with Pope Leo positioned as a peace advocate facing off against Trump's self-referential symbol. Tags like insults pope, not a fan, Vatican, Catholics, and Christians amplify the satirical jab at political hubris invading religious spheres. The image stays simple, focusing on the two figures and their held items to drive home the point without added clutter.
Apr
13
2026
Pat Bagley's cartoon depicts a hellish scene labeled MAGA heaven, where a large Trump caricature stands on a black pedestal marked with a T emblem, arms raised amid orange flames. A crowd of small figures, many in red MAGA hats, reach up with the speech bubble declaring, 'But we sure did own the libs!' A devil figure hovers in the background with a pitchfork. This satirical take highlights political fervor through fiery imagery, red hats, and triumphant irony in damnation.
Mar
30
2026
Oct
13
2025
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.
May
25
2025
May
22
2025
Marian Kamensky's cartoon titled 'Peace Talks in Rome' depicts the Pope astride a giant white dove, olive branch in its beak, as he whips it forward with a cross. Below, caricatures of Trump, Putin, and Zelensky kneel on the ground, engaged in a scuffle with punches and pulling. Set against a nighttime Roman skyline with domes and crosses, the scene captures tension in Ukraine Russia relations. Stars and moon add a surreal touch to this satirical commentary on international diplomacy involving key figures like the Pope and world leaders.
May
15
2025
The image presents a four-panel satirical comic strip Donald Trump Pope Francis, where characters exchange quips on divine selection and ambition. Political cartoon Trump Pope meeting highlights Trump boasting about being chosen by God after a bullet grazed his ear, while praising the Vatican's real estate. Humor God bless America cartoon escalates with Trump suggesting the Vatican as the 51st state, reminiscent of Mar-a-Lago. Nobel Prize Putin Bibi cartoon references appear as Trump muses on peace prizes and cooperation with world leaders. Trump real estate Vatican satire peaks with inquiries about meme coin, underscoring commercial angles. The bottom caption 'GOD BLESS AMERICA' ties the scene with patriotic irony, crafted by artist Schot in a straightforward cartoon style.
May
14
2025
The cartoon depicts a papal figure on a balcony with red curtains, uttering peace and love, above a banner reading In Gloria Dei. Below, a crowd in red MAGA hats and shirts bearing phrases like no woke pope, not my pope, it was rigged, DEI hire, and Trump 2028 shows distress and protest. This satirical image highlights themes of political division invading religious spheres, with the crowd's exaggerated reactions parodying election denial tactics. The composition uses classic Vatican architecture to frame the absurdity, blending humor with commentary on extremism. RJ Matson's style brings dry wit to the fore, making it shareable for those tracking MAGA Republicans' cultural clashes.
May
13
2025
The cartoon depicts Pope Leo XIV leaning toward a seated organist in a darkened church interior. The Pope asks if the organist knows Born in the USA. The large pipe organ dominates the center. The scene references the Vatican and a popular American rock song. Publication occurred on May 13 2025.
May
13
2025
Michael de Adder's cartoon titled 'American Divide' shows a bald, bespectacled pope in ornate robes on a pedestal marked 'LOVE,' facing a caricature of Donald Trump in a suit on a pedestal marked 'HATE.' The marble background adds a classical touch to this commentary on polarization. Tags such as Trump, Pope, Leo XIV, Hate, Love, Vatican, Washington, USA capture the essence of contrasting figures representing opposing values in American society. The image highlights the divide between messages of compassion and animosity, with Trump, Pope, Hate, Love, USA emphasizing the cultural and political rift.
May
12
2025
The cartoon depicts a figure resembling a pope, clad in traditional white attire with a cross, standing thoughtfully amid vast urban destruction. He grips a curved staff in one hand and pulls a wheeled bin filled with cleaning implements like a red shovel, black broom, rake, and brush. The background shows collapsed buildings under a reddish sky, suggesting widespread devastation. Tags like Pope Leo XIV, Vatican, economy, Europe, world, USA, new pope, and peace frame the image as commentary on leadership tackling global crises. The dry humor lies in the pontiff's mundane tools against apocalyptic ruins, highlighting the enormity of starting anew.
