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Congress Ethics Committee Dismissed as Irrelevant
Harley Schwadron, CagleCartoons.com
Congress continues to sideline meaningful ethics oversight, with lawmakers showing little interest in strengthening or even respecting the chamber's ethics committee. The panel exists on paper but carries little practical weight in daily operations. This dynamic matters because weak internal standards erode public trust in legislative institutions and invite outside influence. The cartoon captures the prevailing attitude that ethics rules are an afterthought rather than a core responsibility.
Hegseth Actions Weaken Military Readiness
HEGSETH DAMAGES MILITARY READINESS by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
Pete Hegseth's conduct as a defense figure has drawn scrutiny for its effects on military readiness. Reports and commentary point to internal friction and lowered morale within the armed forces. The cartoon frames these developments as direct interference that leaves troops struggling to maintain core functions. Critics argue the pattern reflects broader leadership shortcomings at a time when force preparedness faces external pressures. The piece takes the position that Hegseth's approach actively harms the institution rather than strengthening it.
Fauci Faces Heated Capitol Hill Scrutiny Over Past Actions
FAUCI TIED TO STAKE AMID FLAMES by Jimmy Margulies, politicalcartoons.com
Anthony Fauci encountered renewed congressional pressure on Capitol Hill amid ongoing debates over public health decisions. Critics intensified attacks while supporters viewed the process as excessive. The piece portrays the scrutiny as an attempt to punish Fauci through symbolic means.
Fauci Testifies Under Pressure in Heated Congressional Hearing
Dick Wright, PoliticalCartoons.com
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before Congress on matters tied to prior public health leadership. Lawmakers pressed for details on past decisions. The editorial takes the position that such testimony demands full transparency regardless of prior status.
Voter Discontent Towers Over Congress in New Cartoon
VOTER DISCONTENT POX ON CONGRESS by Gary McCoy, politicalcartoons.com
Voter frustration with Congress has grown amid stalled legislation and partisan gridlock on Capitol Hill. The piece portrays this sentiment as a towering monstrous force looming over the legislative branch. It argues that public anger targets both parties equally for failing to address key issues.
Jul
14
2026
Mitch McConnell
MITCH MCCONNELL by Taylor Jones, politicalcartoons.com
Jul
14
2026
DA Leader Apologizes Amid Leashed Colleagues' Chaos
by Zapiro, cagle.com
A man identified as DA Hill-Lewis kneels while holding leashes attached to two dogs labeled Steenhuysen and Tony Leon. The dogs appear agitated near overturned furniture and scattered debris. A woman in a patterned dress spills liquid from a glass. A speech bubble from Hill-Lewis states the companions came with the job. Additional elements include a spray bottle and further disarray in the scene.
Lindsey Graham Heart Attack Prompts Sharp Reaction From Colleagues
LINDSEY GRAHAM HEART ATTACK OBITUARY REACTION by Jimmy Margulies, politicalcartoons.com
A man reads a newspaper reporting Lindsey Graham's heart attack and death in 2026. A woman standing nearby reacts with surprise that the senator had a heart at all. The exchange highlights the swift and pointed responses from political figures to the obituary.
Lindsey Graham Heart Attack Report Sparks Sharp Reaction
LINDSEY GRAHAM HEART ATTACK NEWS REACTION by Manny Francisco, politicalcartoons.com
A political cartoon depicts a man reading a newspaper announcing the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham from a heart attack in 2026. A woman standing nearby responds with a pun, stating she never knew he had a heart. The image uses the obituary format and the double meaning of the word heart to highlight perceptions of the senator's demeanor.
Stephen Miller Head Explosion Cartoon Captures Birthright Citizenship Backlash
STEPHEN MILLER'S EXPLODING HEAD by John Darkow, politicalcartoons.com
John Darkow's cartoon depicts two people in lawn chairs under a starry sky reacting to a massive explosion labeled as Stephen Miller's head after a birthright citizenship decision. The drawing uses fireworks and dialogue to highlight the intensity of the reaction to the ruling on the 14th Amendment.
May
25
2026
Elephant Pushes Trump Boulder Up Hill in Weyant Drawing
GOP HOLDING IT UP by Christopher Weyant, politicalcartoons.com
The image shows a gray elephant figure on a brown textured slope beneath a large black sphere marked with orange letters. A speech bubble contains multiple lines of text. The scene includes a hill surface and white background area with visible drawing lines. Tags include gop elephant trump boulder hill november speech.
Easter 2026: Gas Prices Rise to Biblical Heights in Satirical Cartoon
EASTER IN AMERICA 2026 by Ratt, politicalcartoons.com
Ratt's cartoon captures Easter in America 2026 with a gas pump standing in for the central cross on a Calvary hill, showing $4.00 on its display and the text 'It is Risen' above, playing on rising gas prices. Tags like Easter, gas prices, oil, Iran war, and Strait of Hormuz suggest a future where geopolitical tensions drive fuel costs skyward. The artwork uses simple lines and a sunset background to evoke the biblical scene, but replaces resurrection with economic pain. This satire highlights how global events, including potential conflicts in the Strait of Hormuz, could lead to exorbitant oil prices by 2026. The dry humor underscores American dependence on foreign oil, making the cartoon timely and shareable amid ongoing energy debates.
In this political cartoon, green aliens on a sandy surface hold a \'NOT FOR SALE\' sign against a US-flagged spacecraft, blending space exploration satire with property rights humor.
THE MOON IS NOT FOR SALE by Jeff Koterba, politicalcartoons.com
This political cartoon depicts green aliens on a sandy, moon-like surface, with one holding a \'NOT FOR SALE\' sign in red letters, facing a flying spacecraft adorned with an American flag and solar panels. The starry night sky background enhances the space exploration satire, while the trail behind the ship suggests approach. Incorporating elements like cartoon monsters, property rights protest, and US imperialism humor, the image offers an irreverent take on cosmic real estate. The artist\'s signature in the bottom left adds authenticity to this insightful editorial illustration, poking fun at human ambitions in outer space.
Big Oil Executive Enjoys Endless Profits from Iran Conflict
BIG OIL PROFITING OVER IRAN WAR by Monte Wolverton, politicalcartoons.com
A political cartoon dated March 17, 2026, depicts a Big Oil executive reclining amid stacks of cash and coins. The figure, labeled BIG OIL, thinks that the Iran war should never end. Smoke rises in the background over a landscape of dollar bills. The image responds to ongoing concerns about oil industry gains during Middle East conflicts.
Feb
11
2026
Capitol Hill cupids
CAPITOL HILL CUPIDS by Dave Granlund, politicalcartoons.com
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