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Trump Tells Netanyahu to Exit Gaza After Claiming Hamas Disarmament
Marian Kamensky, Austria
Donald Trump publicly urged Benjamin Netanyahu to leave Gaza, asserting that Hamas had been disarmed, while Joe Biden assisted in efforts to clear remaining tunnel networks. The statement came amid ongoing operations against Hamas infrastructure in the territory. The piece portrays the U.S. leaders as directing the Israeli prime minister's withdrawal from the conflict zone.
GOP Elephants Face Spine Comparison to Jimothy Raccoon
GOP ELEPHANTS VS JIMOTHY ON SPINE by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Republicans in Congress continue to face internal divisions over legislative priorities and leadership challenges in mid-2026. Party members have hesitated on key votes involving spending and oversight. The cartoon argues that a lone outsider figure demonstrates greater resolve than the collective GOP.
Mitch McConnell propped up by Republican elephants in Weekend at Bernie's parody
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
Mitch McConnell remains a central Senate figure amid ongoing Republican internal dynamics in 2026. Party support continues despite questions about his capacity. The cartoon depicts him flanked by elephant mascots in a Weekend at Bernie's reference, arguing that the GOP is artificially sustaining his presence.
Tattered National Symbol Sparks Recognition Among Onlookers
TATTERED UNCLE SAM LOOKS FAMILIAR by Randall Enos, politicalcartoons.com
A symbolic national figure appears in ragged condition on a public stage. Observers note its scroungy appearance and question the resemblance. The piece highlights ongoing concerns about the state of government institutions and public trust in their condition.
Trump Claims Hamas Disarmament as Biden Scrambles in Gaza
Marian Kamensky, Austria
Donald Trump publicly urges Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to return home, asserting that Hamas has been disarmed. The claim occurs amid ongoing Gaza operations involving U.S. and Israeli figures. The editorial highlights competing U.S. political approaches to Middle East security and questions the effectiveness of recent disarmament efforts.
Trump Moves to Activate Iran War Switch
Marian Kamensky, Austria
On August 2, 2026, former President Donald Trump is shown reaching to flip a switch labeled Iran War from off to on. The image responds to ongoing tensions with Iran and questions about U.S. military involvement in the Middle East. The piece argues that Trump is eager to initiate or escalate conflict despite the high stakes for regional stability and American interests.
Trump Tells Netanyahu He Has Disarmed Hamas
Marian Kamensky, Austria
Donald Trump publicly claims to have disarmed Hamas while addressing Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The assertion comes amid ongoing operations in Gaza where underground weapon stores remain active. The piece portrays the claim as premature given the scale of remaining armaments and the involvement of other U.S. figures in the effort.
Future Marker Marks Rare Five Minutes of Congressional Civility
FUTURE HISTORICAL MARKER FOR CONGRESSIONAL CIVILITY by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
Congressional discourse has grown increasingly hostile in recent years, with members of both parties routinely trading insults rather than engaging on policy. The piece responds to this entrenched pattern by imagining a future roadside marker that treats a mere five minutes without profanity as a historic achievement worthy of commemoration. It underscores the low bar for civility in the current environment.
Trump's Explosive Lie-Arreha Hits MAGA Fan
TRUMP'S EXPLOSIVE LIE-ARREHA HITS MAGA FAN by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Biden Offers RFK Jr. as Unusual HHS Remedy
BIDEN PRESCRIBES RFK JR FOR HHS by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
President Biden floated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the HHS post amid ongoing debates over health leadership. The move drew attention for its unconventional choice. The piece portrays the suggestion as a flawed remedy likely to cause more problems than it solves.
Dad Avoids Explaining Congressional Gridlock by Offering Birds and Bees Talk
DAD DODGES CONGRESS GRIDLOCK QUESTION by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
Congress remains stalled on major legislation amid ongoing partisan divisions between Democrats and Republicans. Lawmakers struggle to advance bills on key issues despite public frustration with inaction. The deadlock highlights deep divisions that prevent compromise on budgets, infrastructure, and other priorities. The cartoon portrays a father deflecting his son's inquiry about this dysfunction by redirecting to an easier subject, underscoring how even basic explanations of congressional gridlock prove too difficult to tackle directly.
Cartoon mocks proposed payouts to January 6 defendants
CARTOON MOCKS PROPOSED PAYOUTS TO JANUARY 6 DEFENDANTS by Monte Wolverton, politicalcartoons.com
A proposal for compensation to January 6 defendants has drawn sharp criticism from opponents who view it as rewarding those convicted of attacking the Capitol and police. The editorial cartoon portrays the idea as a presidential slush fund for rioters, highlighting the perceived absurdity of compensating participants in the 2021 events.
Florida Vacationers Brush Off War and Economy Warnings
FLORIDA VACATIONERS IGNORE APPROACHING SHARK by Sean Delonas, politicalcartoons.com
Florida tourists on a beach vacation continue to prioritize leisure despite warnings about ongoing war and economic challenges. The scene highlights how some Americans choose to set aside national concerns during personal downtime. The editorial position criticizes this detachment as shortsighted denial of real dangers that could soon arrive.
Iran Figure Fires Guns Near Trump in Latest Depiction
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
The image presents a man marked Iran holding two pistols with one discharging smoke toward the feet of a dancing Donald Trump. Trump appears with mouth open and one fist raised under the word Dance. The scene draws from longstanding tensions between the United States and Iran as of late July 2026. No specific new event within thirty days anchors the work so the visual addresses the persistent dynamic of pressure and response between the two sides. The composition places the Iran figure on the left in traditional headwear and the Trump figure on the right in motion.
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2026
Trump’s War and Peace
Patrick Chappatte, Le Temps, Switzerland
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