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Donald Trump redefines voter ID rules in polling place scene tied to voting rights debate.
Paul Duginski, CagleCartoons.com
A new political cartoon depicts Donald Trump redefining voter ID requirements at a polling place. The former president, shown in a white suit and hat, gestures toward a sign stating I.D. REQUIRED while a bird labeled JIM 2.0 smirks nearby. The bird's speech bubble states that I.D. stands for I DECIDE who gets to vote. Trump chuckles at the line. The image, published July 8, 2026, uses the Jim Crow reference to comment on ongoing debates over voter identification laws and access to the ballot. The cartoon ties the visual to concerns that such rules could limit participation in elections.
Jun
19
2026
Trump wears a red cap reading Make Ayatollah Great Again
TRUMP'S NEW HAT by Christo Komarnitski, politicalcartoons.com
The drawing depicts Donald Trump in profile wearing a blue suit, white shirt and red tie. A red baseball cap sits on his head with the slogan Make Ayatollah Great Again printed in white letters. The image is signed by Christo Komarnitski and carries a cagle.com credit.
In this Donald Trump cartoon, the former president boasts about ending wars, but his advisor reveals the satirical truth behind Trump bombing countries.
TRUMP BOMBS SEVEN COUNTRIES by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
This Donald Trump cartoon masterfully captures the essence of satirical Trump presidency through political bombing humor. Trump boasts about ending seven wars, but his advisor notes the public's skepticism, leading to a pivot where he claims bombing seven countries instead, which the advisor says is 'definitely buying that.' The Trump wars satire underscores inconsistencies in Trump foreign policy cartoon style, poking fun at boastful claims versus reality. Created by Whamond, this political cartoon Whamond piece exemplifies humorous political analysis on US military satire, blending irreverent wit with insightful commentary on leadership and perception.
Jan
23
2026
Board of "Peace"?
BOARD OF "PEACE"? by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
Nov
20
2025
Trump's Royal Flush: A Throne Fit for Donnie
HIS DONNIE'S THRONE by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
Milt Priggee's cartoon presents a plain white toilet elevated to regal status with a multicolored crown sparkling atop a golden 'T', and a flowing red cape over the seat, directly tying into tags like Trump, president, throne, video meme, king. The image avoids any figures, focusing solely on the object to convey its message through obvious symbolism. Such cartoons often poke fun at power, here blending bathroom humor with notions of monarchy. The artist's signature and website appear clearly, grounding the work in professional syndication circles. Editors see these as quick hits for virality, especially when current events align with tags involving Trump and presidential satire. The dry wit shines through the minimalism, making it shareable across platforms.
Sep
18
2025
Pat Bagley's 'King Trump' Cartoon Skewers MAGA Censorship with Jester Executions
KING TRUMP by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
Pat Bagley's 'King Trump' captures a regal Donald Trump caricature seated on an ornate golden throne marked with a prominent 'T,' his expression stern as he grips a smoking pistol. Surrounding the throne's base lie several jester figures in black-and-white outfits, sprawled lifelessly with red blood spots, evoking themes of comedy suppression. Tags like Kimmel, Colbert, and Charlie Kirk hint at late-night hosts and conservative voices, but the image sticks to visible elements: the king's red robe, ermine trim, and the smoky aftermath. This piece comments on cancel culture, GOP dynamics, MAGA loyalty, hate, humor, and first amendment issues without overt labels, relying on caricature for impact. The dry wit underscores a tyrant's intolerance for jesters, a straightforward jab at power and censorship.
Couple Divides Tax and Streaming Password Duties in Koterba Cartoon
THOSE COMPLICATED STREAMING SERVICES by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
Jeff Koterba's cartoon shows a domestic scene where one woman at a laptop proposes a deal: she'll file taxes if the other compiles a spreadsheet for all their streaming services and passwords. The image highlights the growing complexity of managing multiple subscriptions in modern life, with elements like a steaming mug and scattered papers adding to the relatable chaos. Tags such as streaming services, passwords, taxes, spreadsheet, household division, and digital overload underscore the satire on how everyday tech tasks rival traditional burdens like tax preparation. The artwork keeps it light, poking fun at the password proliferation without diving into deeper politics.

UFO

Aug
1
2023
Congress Peers into the UFO Unknown with Telescope Eyes
by Manny Francisco, politicalcartoons.com
Manny Francisco's cartoon captures the US Capitol dome equipped with a massive telescope marked 'US Congress UFO Disclosure Investigation,' pointing skyward. A classic flying saucer hovers nearby, carrying green aliens who remark, 'Looks like they're taking us more seriously now.' The image satirizes recent congressional hearings on UFO sightings and alien disclosure, poking fun at government's sudden earnestness. With dry humor, it contrasts the stately Capitol building, complete with American flag, against the whimsical UFO element. Tags like political cartoon, UFO conspiracy, extraterrestrial investigation, congressional satire, alien spaceship, and government probe emphasize the blend of reality and fantasy in current events.
Jul
30
2023
Congressional UFO Hearing Turns Surreal with Singing Alien Witness
UFO HEARING by Rivers, politicalcartoons.com
The political cartoon shows a classic gray alien seated at a witness desk in a congressional hearing on UFOs and aliens, belting out lyrics from 'Be Bop a Lula' as the caption notes the proceedings getting weirder by the minute. Subcommittee members in suits sit in rows, holding papers, facing the alien. Tags like UFO, UAP, whistleblower, congress, testimony, and surreal highlight the satirical take on recent hearings involving claims of nonhuman biologics, Roswell, Area 51, military intelligence, superior technology, and Tic Tacs. The dry humor underscores how such events can veer into the absurd, with the alien's song adding a layer of ridiculousness to the serious topic.
Jun
10
2021
Military Pilots Snap Selfie with Cheesy Alien in UFO Sighting Satire
UFO SIGHTING by Steve Sack, politicalcartoons.com
Steve Sack's cartoon shows a fighter jet chasing a UFO where the green alien inside grins and says 'Cheese!' while posing with alien symbols. The pilots, one holding a selfie stick, react with frustration: 'Ok, Now They're Just Messing With Us...' The jet bears a 'UFO Report' label, poking fun at real navy pilot sightings of unidentified flying objects. This piece captures the blend of space mystery and everyday tech like smartphones, turning serious air force encounters into lighthearted satire on alien pranks. Tags like trnd and gnt underscore its timely appeal amid government UFO disclosures.
Feb
7
2019
Maduro's Regime Literally Falling Apart in Hilarious Cartoon Sequence
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
Arcadio Esquivel's 2019 cartoon depicts a suited figure labeled under maduro,venezuela,power,venezuela-power tags, seen from behind in four panels. First panel shows one arm detaching with a pointed finger. Second has both arms off, one falling, the other on the ground. Third panel features arms and one leg severed, figure balancing on one foot. Final panel presents the torso seated amid detached limbs, all ends red like meat. The sequence runs from 'Maduro the day before yesterday' to 'Tomorrow,' capturing a progressive dismemberment in dry, straightforward satire typical of political cartoons.
Jan
30
2019
Maduro's Fiery Exit: Fleeing with Venezuela's Cash in Cartoon Satire
MADURO IN VENEZUELA by Rayma Suprani, politicalcartoons.com
Rayma Suprani's 2019 cartoon captures the essence of the Venezuela political crisis with a large gray head structure cracked open, from which a small figure in red flees carrying money bags marked with dollar signs, cash flying everywhere, and flames burning at the base. The image employs corruption satire to highlight a fleeing dictator theme, set against a burning country backdrop. This Latin American politics humor piece underscores authoritarian leader escape, blending sharp lines and minimal color for impact. As an experienced editor sees it, the composition nails the chaos with dry wit, making it a standout in political cartoon syndication circles. The visual metaphor drives home the plundering narrative without words, perfect for sparking shares and debates on social media.
This political cartoon on environmental satire shows a tree in a shopping cart, highlighting consumerism and nature with funny tree adoption humor.
Arcadio Esquivel, Costa Rica
Arcadio Esquivel's 2017 political cartoon titled 'Adopt a Tree' features a simple shopping cart against a blue sky, containing a tree with lush green foliage and a trunk emerging from black soil at the base. The artwork employs environmental satire to blend consumerism and nature, presenting the tree as if it's a product for adoption. With dry humor, the illustration comments on how everyday shopping habits intersect with ecological concerns, using the absurd image of a tree in a trolley to provoke thought. The signature and date add authenticity to this editorial cartoon on environment, making it sharable for discussions on deforestation commentary and green initiatives. Overall, it's a straightforward yet witty take on surreal tree shopping.
Nov
8
2006
Smirk
SMIRK by Mike Keefe, politicalcartoons.com
Sep
27
2006
Little Smirk
LITTLE SMIRK by Sandy Huffaker, politicalcartoons.com
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