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Missiles illustrate strained US Iran Israel memorandum
MISSILES AS US IRAN ISRAEL MEMORANDUM by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts three missiles labeled U.S., Iran and Israel carrying pieces of the phrase Memorandum of Understanding. The missiles fly in separate directions with exhaust trails, suggesting a fractured agreement. Published on July 8 2026, the image comments on ongoing diplomatic strains involving arms and regional security among the three parties.
Canadians Turn to Buy Now Pay Later for Rising Grocery Bills
Steve Nease, Freelance
A cartoon published July 8, 2026, shows a Canadian shopper at a grocery checkout counter holding a package of hamburger meat while declaring he will gladly pay Tuesday for the item today. The scene references the classic Wimpy line and highlights growing use of buy now pay later services as grocery prices continue to climb in Canada.
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We're not worthy...
WE'RE NOT WORTHY... by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
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.
Revolver outline cuts US map shape with central hole and smoke
REVOLVER FORMS US MAP WITH HOLE by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
A revolver appears with its lower portion shaped as the United States map featuring a prominent hole. Smoke rises from the barrel. The phrase more guns sits centered beneath the image. The composition links firearm imagery directly to geographic damage on the date of publication.
Trump's personal piggy bank
TRUMP'S PERSONAL PIGGY BANK by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Bill Pulse and the deep state
BILL PULSE AND THE DEEP STATE by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Pete Hegseth Pastor Rejects Book of Mormon on Grounds of Fullness
PASTOR WILSON REJECTS BOOK OF MORMON by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
The July 2026 cartoon depicts Pastor Wilson seated on a couch holding a cross-emblazoned book and stating it is full. A woman stands nearby offering the Book of Mormon. The caption states that Pete Hegseth's personal pastor demonstrates Christian inclusion. The image responds to ongoing discussions about religious boundaries and denominational acceptance tied to the defense secretary nominee's faith advisors.
Canadian taxpayers face $100 billion submarine bill under Carney
Steve Nease, Freelance
A political cartoon from July 6, 2026, shows a red boat marked TAXPAYERS carrying figures including one identified as Cap'n Carney. Speech bubbles show calls to fire torpedoes and affirm orders. A banner above warns that the final bill for new submarines and maintenance could reach $100 billion. A periscope rises from the water beside the vessel. The image highlights Canadian defense procurement costs borne by the public.
Trump Holds Up Alternative Card at World Cup Match
TRUMP CARD VS RED CARD by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
On July 6 2026 Joe Heller depicts a World Cup referee displaying a red card to a USA-jersey player while Donald Trump holds a sign reading LET'S MAKE A MESS OF THIS TOO. The cartoon contrasts the standard soccer penalty with Trump's alternative card. Publication occurs weeks before the 2026 World Cup begins in North America. The image places the referee on the left the player in the center and Trump on the right. Text labels identify each card clearly.
Newsom Swings Above DOJ Alligators Amid Corruption Probe
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
California Governor Gavin Newsom appears in a drawing dated July 6 2026 swinging from a tree branch above alligators marked DOJ. A red snake labeled Newsom corruptio wraps the trunk. One alligator lunges upward while a speech bubble states somebody is getting nervous. The scene references an active federal investigation into state matters.
Epstein File Release Blocked to Shield Powerful Names
EPSTEIN FILE WOULD HURT TOO MANY by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
A sealed Epstein file folder with a red tie emerging from it illustrates arguments against full release of the documents, citing potential damage to numerous influential individuals connected to the case.
America Marks 250 Years During Record Heat
AMERICA HITS 250 AMID SWELTERING HEAT by Christopher Weyant, politicalcartoons.com
On July 2 2026 two figures pause outside an ice cream shop whose sign proclaims America Hits 250. The woman in a flag tank top asks if anyone can believe the country is 250 years old today. Her companion replies that the figure matches the current temperature as his cone melts onto the pavement. The exchange occurs two days before the July Fourth holiday during a period of elevated summer readings. Background buildings and greenery place the scene in an urban park setting.
World Cup Piñata Stuffed with Millions Targeted by Bats
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
A soccer ball piñata labeled World Cup and Millions of Dollars hangs from a rope while multiple hands swing wooden bats at it. Colorful streamers and paper fragments scatter with each impact. The image appears on July 2 2026 amid ongoing preparations and financial discussions surrounding the 2026 World Cup hosted across North America.
Trump Reverses Praise for CUSMA Trade Pact in 2026
Ingrid Rice, British Columbia, Canada
The July 2026 cartoon depicts a figure resembling President Trump in two panels. The left shows praise for CUSMA as the best trade deal. The right shows the same figure reading a newspaper headline about declining to renew it. The visual points to a shift in position on the agreement covering Canada, the US, and Mexico.
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