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Securing elections the GOP way
SECURING ELECTIONS THE GOP WAY by Paresh Nath, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts Republicans on a platform guiding a large blue vote box labeled Democratic into a trash can below while a red Republican vote box remains on the structure. A sign reads Securing Elections the G.O.P. way. The elephant symbol of the GOP points toward the action as figures including one holding a D flag stand nearby. The image comments on claims of election integrity by showing ballots from one party discarded. This reflects ongoing partisan debates over voting procedures and access as of the 2026 publication date.
Cartoonist Pat Oliphant
CARTOONIST PAT OLIPHANT by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
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RIP- Pat Oliphant
RIP- PAT OLIPHANT by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Figure directs oil stream toward Iranian barrel
FIGURE SPITS OIL AT IRANIAN BARREL by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
A dark figure spits oil at a barrel bearing the Iranian emblem on July 11 2026. The barrel rests in a puddle and carries the label KING OIL. The scene addresses ongoing energy and regional tensions involving Iran.
Police Search Near Monument for Hiding President
SEARCH FOR PRESIDENT NEAR MONUMENT by Randall Enos, politicalcartoons.com
On July 11 2026 officers in blue uniforms search the grounds around a tall monument and a yellow fire hydrant. One officer asks where the president is hiding while another ponders golden in a thought bubble. The scene includes directional markers and grass patches under a clear sky.
JD Vance depicted in sword duel against fraud symbol
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
The July 10 2026 cartoon by Dick Wright shows JD Vance in mid-leap with two swords drawn against a prone figure topped by a donkey head. A blue text box reads JD VANCE FIGHTS THE FIGHT TO FIGHT FRAUD. The scene uses a red circle backdrop and captures the vice presidential figure in exaggerated combat stance amid torn clothing and motion lines.
Lemon flies through blue sky labeled new air force one
LEMON FLIES AS NEW AIR FORCE ONE by Bob Englehart, politicalcartoons.com
A yellow lemon marked new air force one flies across a clear blue sky dotted with white clouds. Motion lines indicate forward movement. The image shows the lemon centered with text on its surface.
Trump Claims FIFA Cheat Prize as Top Tarnished Award
TRUMP CLAIMS FIFA CHEAT PRIZE TROPHY by Steve Sack, politicalcartoons.com
On July 8, 2026, a Steve Sack cartoon depicts Donald Trump clutching a heavily smudged FIFA trophy labeled Cheat Prize. Trump declares he won the award for tarnishing the most awards. The image responds to ongoing public discussion of Trump's record with awards and honors during his political career. The visual shows the trophy covered in dark smudges and handprints. Trump appears in a blue suit with a red tie, mouth open in speech.
Trump Family Grift Jet Struck by Hunter Biden Biplane
Rick McKee, CagleCartoons.com
A large commercial jet labeled Trump Family Grift and marked with a billions seal carries figures in its windows while a small biplane labeled Hunter Biden crashes into its nose. Debris flies as the biplane breaks apart. A speech bubble from the jet asks if anyone heard something. The July 2026 cartoon by Rick McKee uses the collision to contrast family business dealings and past scrutiny on the Biden family.
Man in blue suit with books stacked in mouth
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
The image depicts a bald man in a blue suit and yellow tie in profile against a bright yellow background. Multiple books protrude from his mouth in a stacked formation. The figure has closed eyes and white hair at the sides. Artist signature Arcadio and CagleCartoons.com appear in the upper right.
Trump Overshadows Miller and Devil on Platform
TRUMP HEAD WITH MILLER AND DEVIL by Randall Enos, politicalcartoons.com
A large caricature of Donald Trump dominates the frame with an orange face and yellow hair. To the right, a smaller Stephen Miller figure in a blue shirt stands beside a red devil holding a pitchfork. A speech bubble from the devil says 'WAIT YOUR TURN!' A tiny figure with a swastika armband appears behind Miller. The image is dated July 6, 2026, and signed by Randall Enos with a Cagle Cartoons credit line.
Red Ketchup Spill Prompts Communism Alarm at Golden Oval
RED KETCHUP COMMUNISM DISCOVERY AT GOLDEN OVAL by Randall Enos, politicalcartoons.com
A yellow door marked The Golden Oval stands open with a red ketchup bottle spilling onto the floor. Nearby figures react with speech bubbles expressing shock at a communism reference and a demand to end red ketchup. The July 2026 image from Randall Enos highlights the condiment as the trigger for the exchange.
Daisy flower with missile petals and radiation center symbol
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
A daisy flower illustration replaces its petals with white missiles arranged around a central radiation warning symbol in yellow and black. The green stem and leaf extend downward from the bloom against a plain background. Artist Arcadio Esquivel signed the work in the lower left with the CagleCartoons.com credit.
Soccer-Headed Figure Tugs Trump Balloon Across Open Space
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
A blue-suited figure with a soccer ball replacing its head strides forward while gripping a string. The line connects to a balloon bearing Donald Trump's face. The image appeared on July 2, 2026, from artist Arcadio Esquivel via Cagle Cartoons.
Jefferson Recites Liberty Quote Atop British Redcoat
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
The cartoon depicts Thomas Jefferson standing on the shoulder of a British redcoat soldier while holding a document and reciting his quote on liberty as the parent of science and virtue. The redcoat wears a black tricorn hat with a Union Jack emblem. Jefferson appears in period blue coat and breeches. The quote box attributes the words directly to Jefferson. The image includes artist credits and website references at the bottom. Publication occurred on July 1, 2026.
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