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Trump Demands More Cash by Shaking Down Economy
TRUMP SHAKES ECONOMY FOR MORE MONEY by Bob Englehart, politicalcartoons.com
Donald Trump has pressed for additional revenue streams amid ongoing economic pressures. The move highlights tensions over fiscal demands and growth priorities. The piece portrays the action as direct extraction from economic resources.
Figure Tumbles from Peace Deal Vessel into Shark-Filled Seas
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
A large vessel labeled Peace Deal lists sharply as a white-haired figure tumbles from its deck into shark-infested waters. The image, dated July 9 2026, shows the person upside down with limbs flailing and a small object falling nearby. Fins break the surface directly beneath the trajectory. The composition emphasizes the abrupt separation from the ship and the immediate threat below. No other text or figures appear on deck.
Keir Starmer Resigns Amid UK Political Turmoil
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
Keir Starmer resigned as UK prime minister on June 23, 2026, marking the end of his tenure amid domestic challenges. The move follows mounting political pressure and signals a shift in British leadership. The editorial takes the position that the resignation represents a capitulation in the face of ongoing national difficulties.
Apr
16
2026
Trump and Pope Tug at Peace Dove in Satirical Cartoon
Margolis/Cox, PoliticalCartoons.com
The cartoon shows a caricature of President Trump on one grassy cliff, gripping a vine with leaves that connects to a white dove in the center, while a figure resembling Pope Leo stands on the opposite cliff, also pulling the vine. They face each other across a deep chasm, with cloudy skies above. Tags like war, peace, dove, Iran, Middle East, and Church underscore the visual tension. The artists, Margolis & Cox, place their signature prominently. This setup captures a straightforward conflict over a peace symbol, without hidden layers. The dove hangs upside down, wings slightly spread, as the two figures strain. No emotions or backstories are added; it's just the visible pull between suited man and robed leader.
Florida's MAGA Regime Drags Pope into Alligator Alcatraz
Marian Kamensky, Austria
Marian Kamensky's cartoon depicts a fascist scene where a MAGA-helmeted guard, pistol in hand, forces a white-robed Pope caricature with cross necklace into Florida Alligator Alcatraz, marked by an inverted cross on the door. Surrounding alligators with glowing eyes and mist add a surreal, menacing touch to the anti-Christianity theme. The brick wall and barred windows evoke a prison atmosphere, blending Florida's swamp imagery with Alcatraz notoriety. This satire critiques authoritarian politics, highlighting perceived attacks on religious figures amid MAGA influences. The dry humor underscores the absurdity of such a regime, making it sharable for political discourse.
Apr
15
2026
MAGA Figures Chained by Costly Balls in Priggee Cartoon
COSTLY BALLS by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon shows two figures with white beards and red hats labeled parts of 'MAGA,' suspended upside down by chains from their ankles. Heavy black balls hang below, marked 'THE COST OF WAR,' 'GAS,' 'HEALTH CARE, ETC, ETC...' One figure speaks of balls killing him, the other agrees. Tags like MAGA, inflation, cost of living, healthcare, gas prices, Trump frame the visible elements. The drawing style is sketchy, with a dark background suggesting a dungeon. Signatures and a website appear at the bottom.
Trump's Image Takes a Nosedive in Explosive Political Cartoon
SOMETHING IS FALLING by Becs, politicalcartoons.com
The cartoon depicts a figure with yellow hair and red tie, clearly caricaturing Donald Trump, diving headfirst from the sky like a falling bomb, mouth agape and limbs flailing. Below, two suited men run in panic, one asking if it's a bomb, the other identifying it as Trump. The title declares 'Donald Trumps Image is Plummeting,' playing on the pun of falling popularity. This piece skewers the Trump administration in the US for saying one thing then another, coming off as perverse and arrogant. It portrays him as thinking he's a king, the absolute tyrant of the world, with Europe and the world fed up. The dry humor lands through the visual metaphor, emphasizing global exasperation.
Mar
21
2026
Iran's Cartoonish Chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz Sparks Satirical Sparks
CHOKE POINT by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
Dive into this Bill Day creation where the map of Iran morphs into a menacing hand at the Strait of Hormuz choke point, gripping a flailing figure in a suit and red tie, symbolizing tension in the Persian Gulf. Surrounding nations like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, and the Gulf of Oman frame the scene, highlighting the strategic choke point. This political cartoon Iran Strait of Hormuz captures the essence of Middle East satire, with Iran's form literally choking the strait, a nod to real-world frictions without delving into unshown depths. The irreverent style pokes fun at power plays, making the geopolitical humor both insightful and shareable in editorial circles.
Sep
4
2025
Tariffs Truck Flips Off Courts Road in New Ruling
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
A blue pickup truck labeled tariffs flies off a paved road marked courts in this September 2025 cartoon. The vehicle is inverted with wheels up and a red strap trailing. Dust and debris scatter as the truck leaves the surface. The image responds to a recent court ruling on tariffs affecting small businesses and the broader economy.
Peter Kuper's Take on the Drone Craze and UFO Conspiracy Theories
Peter Kuper, PoliticalCartoons.com
Peter Kuper delivers a sharp political cartoon titled 'Identified Flying Objects,' flipping the UFO script by showcasing mundane sky travelers: a figure suspended upside down on a zip line, a kite with a grin and tiny arms, and a baseball soaring toward a catcher's mitt marked 'NY.' This piece skewers the drone craze and conspiracy theories swirling around recent aerial sightings, reminding viewers that not every dot in the sky signals alien invasion or government plots. With dry humor, it grounds wild speculations in everyday reality, using simple panels to puncture overblown fears. Tags like UFO sightings, drone craze, conspiracy theories, political cartoon, Peter Kuper, and aerial mysteries keep it relevant in today's paranoia-fueled news cycle.
Dec
14
2024
Santa's Naughty Lists
SANTA'S NAUGHTY LISTS by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
Election Day AMERICA President Hurricane Trump Har
Emad Hajjaj, Alaraby Aljadeed newspaper , London
Alitos Renew Their Vows
ALITOS RENEW THEIR VOWS by Bob Englehart, politicalcartoons.com
Jun
13
2024
Justice Alito
JUSTICE ALITO by Jimmy Margulies, politicalcartoons.com
Jun
12
2024
Flag Day 2024
FLAG DAY 2024 by Dave Whamond, politicalcartoons.com
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