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Trump 9/11 flyover leaves trail of criticism
TRUMP JET OVER 9/11 MEMORIAL by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
On the eve of the September 11 anniversary in 2026, former President Donald Trump conducted a jet flyover of the 9/11 Memorial. The maneuver drew immediate criticism for perceived disrespect during solemn commemorations. Observers noted the timing and execution as tone-deaf political theater. The cartoon captures this moment by depicting the flyover leaving a visible trail of damage in its wake. It argues that the action prioritizes spectacle over solemn remembrance and risks further polarizing public sentiment around national tragedy.
Aug
25
2026
Dolly Parton RIP
DOLLY PARTON RIP by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
A luminous guitar floats amid stars above a cursive tribute to Polly. The image marks a musical remembrance without tying to any specific recent news event.
Kim Jong-un Pedals Nuclear Payload Toward Trump
KIM JONG-UN DELIVERS NUCLEAR BOMB FOR TRUMP by Bill Day, politicalcartoons.com
North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un is shown transporting a nuclear bomb on a child's tricycle and wagon toward Donald Trump. The image responds to ongoing tensions over North Korea's nuclear program and its direct implications for U.S. security under the Trump administration.
Trump Soars as Pirro Drops Evidence Case Near Reflecting Pool
RJ Matson, Portland, ME
Donald Trump appears in a leadership role with legal cases being dismissed around him in early August 2026. Jeanine Pirro is shown losing grip on an evidence container labeled facts. The scene highlights ongoing questions about accountability and dropped charges in high-profile matters involving the administration.
SpaceX Rocket Strikes Moon, Prompts Alien Cease-Fire Plea
SPACEX ROCKET CRASHES INTO MOON by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
A SpaceX rocket has impacted the lunar surface in this imagined scenario. The event draws an immediate reaction from a local alien resident calling for an end to the activity. The piece uses the mishap to highlight ongoing risks in commercial spaceflight and the expanding human presence beyond Earth.
Global Warming Turns Beach Outing into Melting Crisis
GLOBAL WARMING MELTS BEACHGOERS IN HEAT WAVE by Pierre Ballouhey, politicalcartoons.com
Record heat waves linked to global warming are affecting beach areas worldwide. Visitors face intense temperatures that prompt concerns over personal safety and environmental impact. The situation highlights ongoing climate pressures on daily activities. The piece argues that such conditions demand immediate attention to rising temperatures and their direct effects on people.
Trump Administration Signals Munitions Shortfall in Defense Operations
Michael de Adder, CagleCartoons.com
Defense officials under the Trump administration have drawn attention to munitions availability during ongoing operations. The situation highlights supply chain pressures on military resources. The piece argues that leadership choices have left forces without adequate stockpiles for sustained needs.
Heat Wave Exposes Limits of Climate Denial Rhetoric
DENYING GLOBAL WARMING WHILE CRAWLING IN DESERT by Pat Bagley, politicalcartoons.com
Public figures continue to label global warming a hoax despite record heat events affecting communities worldwide. The stance draws scrutiny as temperatures climb and denial rhetoric persists in political circles. The piece highlights the disconnect between such claims and observable conditions on the ground.
Lindsey Graham Funeral Features Israeli Flag Draped Coffin
Malcolm McGookin, CagleCartoons.com
Senator Lindsey Graham died on July 11, 2026. His funeral procession featured a coffin draped in the Israeli flag carried by several pallbearers. The image highlights his long record of strong support for Israel as a key element of his political identity. The piece presents this connection as central to how his legacy is viewed at the time of his death.
ICE Officers Detain Wounded National Symbol
Malcolm McGookin, CagleCartoons.com
Two ICE agents in green vests marked Police ICE drag a prone Uncle Sam figure across a white background. The figure wears a blue coat marked by several bullet holes, red and white striped pants, and brown shoes. One arm hangs limp while the other is held by each officer. A red blood trail curves across the lower left. A stars-and-stripes top hat lies near the figure's feet.
Socialism Bison Flips Personal Happiness
SOCIALISM BISON FLIPS PERSONAL HAPPINESS by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
A bison marked socialism sends a person marked personal happiness tumbling through the air. The scene shows the animal in motion with dust rising from its hooves while the figure spins upside down.
Family Swaps Screens for Summer Hike in the Woods
FAMILY TRADES SCREENS FOR SUMMER WOODS by Joe Heller, politicalcartoons.com
A family of three hikes along a forest trail in summer, leaving behind phones, tablets, laptops and televisions marked with red X's under a Summer Screen Time banner. The father carries a walking stick and backpack while the mother applies sunscreen to their daughter, who holds a stick near a Reach sign. A Woods sign points the way forward on the path.
Trump's Aimless Iran Strikes Raise Mission Success Questions
Peter Kuper, PoliticalCartoons.com
The cartoon shows a US-flagged missile streaking toward a large fiery orb, evoking an ill-defined strike on Iran. The caption questions the meaning of a successful mission. Published amid reports of Iranian nuclear activity and regional tensions, the image critiques the absence of an exit strategy. It references potential economic fallout such as closed shipping lanes and higher oil prices. The work also nods to internal administration finger-pointing involving JD Vance. Overall the piece underscores the hazards of military action without a coherent plan.
FIFA Leader Drinks Coins on Field Amid Hydration Rule
FIFA INTRODUCES MANDATORY HYDRATION BREAKS by Bart van Leeuwen, politicalcartoons.com
The image shows the FIFA president on a soccer field drinking from a bottle filled with gold coins that spill onto the grass beside a soccer ball. Stadium seating fills the background with a blue FIFA sign visible. Large white text labels the scene as a hydration break.
Jun
9
2026
60 Minutes logo meets an all-seeing eye
60 MINUTES by Milt Priggee, politicalcartoons.com
The June 2026 cartoon shows a massive eye formed around the 60 Minutes logo. A trail of dots extends from the pupil toward the right. Text at bottom right echoes the program's closing line while a website reference highlights screening concerns. The image questions the reach of the long-running CBS news program.
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