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Graham States Limited National Security Knowledge
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
Senator Lindsey Graham stated he is not that informed on national security. The remark comes from a senior member of the Senate with oversight responsibilities in foreign affairs and defense matters. It raises questions about preparedness for committee leadership. The piece portrays the comment as a direct reflection of Graham's self-assessment in his role.
Democrats' Leftward Shift Risks Alienating Moderate Voters
DEMOCRATIC DONKEY DANCES ON MODERATE VOTERS by Jimmy Margulies, politicalcartoons.com
Democrats heading into the 2026 midterms face internal pressure to energize their base with progressive policies, yet this risks further distancing moderate voters essential for broader electoral success. The party has advanced left-leaning positions on issues like spending and social policy in recent cycles. Critics argue this approach prioritizes ideological purity over coalition building. The piece portrays the Democratic donkey as stepping on moderates while acknowledging its own missteps, highlighting the tension between base mobilization and centrist appeal.
Trump Slumps Over Nuclear Button Amid Explosion
Marian Kamensky, Austria
Donald Trump is shown slumped over the nuclear button in the Oval Office as a mushroom cloud rises outside the window. The image captures a moment of apparent inaction or collapse at the desk. The editorial position highlights risks associated with presidential control over nuclear launch authority during a period of heightened global tensions.
Democratic Big Tent Ejects Donkey Bearing Israel and Communist Symbols
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
The Democratic Party's big tent faces internal pressure over its stance on Israel and ideological extremes as the traditional donkey mascot is shown being expelled. The cartoon highlights tensions between inclusivity claims and rejection of certain viewpoints. It argues the party is narrowing its base by excluding elements tied to both pro-Israel positions and communism.
Jul
31
2026
Trump’s War and Peace
Patrick Chappatte, Le Temps, Switzerland
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.
Father's Day Remote Control Offers Chores Done and Relaxation
ULTIMATE FATHER'S DAY REMOTE CONTROL GIFT by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
Joe Heller's June 26, 2026 cartoon depicts a large remote control as the ultimate Father's Day gift. Buttons on the device assign household chores to family members including kids mowing the lawn, taking out garbage, walking the dog, and fixing a leaky faucet. Additional buttons and speech bubbles extend offers of cold drinks, restaurant visits, couch relaxation, back rubs, naps, and fishing permission. A disclaimer notes that batteries last only one day. The image presents a humorous take on domestic tasks and leisure for fathers.
Trump Threatens Oman Iran War Hormuz Nice Naughty
Emad Hajjaj, Alaraby Aljadeed newspaper , London
A GOP voting button could stop Trump's worst chaos
A GOP VOTING BUTTON COULD STOP TRUMP'S WORST CHAOS by Steve Greenberg, politicalcartoons.com
Trump's Red Tape Tango: Binding Iran in Bureaucratic Knots
Daryl Cagle, CagleCartoons.com
This biting political cartoon by Daryl Cagle depicts Donald Trump in his signature suit, his red tie extending into a coil of red tape that binds a furious, bearded figure representing Iran, complete with an 'iRan' hat. The image satirizes US-Iran relations, highlighting how bureaucracy and sanctions create entanglements in foreign policy. Trump's calm demeanor contrasts with Iran's angry struggle, underscoring the Trump administration's approach to Middle East diplomacy. Through clever visual metaphor, it comments on the nuclear deal fallout and ongoing tensions, making it a sharp piece of political humor that's both insightful and irreverent.
Oval Office Resolute Desk
OVAL OFFICE RESOLUTE DESK by Taylor Jones, politicalcartoons.com
Dec
5
2025
Sleepy Donald
SLEEPY DONALD by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
Trump and Nobel prize button
TRUMP AND NOBEL PRIZE BUTTON by Christo Komarnitski, politicalcartoons.com
Drones and Pointing Fingers Target Nuclear Device in Iran Israel Clash
Emad Hajjaj, Alaraby Aljadeed newspaper , London
The cartoon depicts a large green nuclear device marked with a radiation symbol and equipped with rotors on the left side of the frame. Multiple smaller drones appear on the right, each controlled by a human hand with an extended index finger. Several fingers point toward a red button on the nuclear device while other drones fly in curved paths. The scene is set above a desert landscape under a clear sky. The image responds to ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran involving drone technology and nuclear concerns as of mid-2025.
Putin , you are absolutely crazy
Bruce Plante, PoliticalCartoons.com
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