Explore political cartoons by Maria Grasmick featuring hand-drawn editorial art, conservative satire, American history, current events, and detailed political symbolism. This archive includes cartoons about the Trump administration, Congress, foreign policy, national security, culture, media, and major political figures.
Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine During a Pentagon press briefing on Operation Epic Fury, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth used striking language to describe the destruction of Iran’s military capabilities. At one point he said: “Combat ineffective, decimated, destroyed, defeated. Pick your adjective.” Moments later, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Dan Caine followed…
When the Founders Spoke Back Trump, Iran, and the Alexander Hamilton Statue in the White House Rose Garden This week, during a press exchange in the White House Rose Garden, reporters pressed President Trump with urgent foreign policy questions: “Mr. President ..what is your objective? Who do you want to lead Iran?” Rather than engage…
The Two Kings and a Moment of Historical Tension Recent headlines surrounding Iran have once again placed the nation at the center of global attention. Military escalation, political speeches, and international reactions dominate the news cycle. Yet beneath the immediate geopolitical drama lies a deeper and more enduring question: What defines a nation , or…
The State of the Union is always more than a speech. It’s theater, choreography, and hierarchy an American ritual where power arranges itself in a very specific geometry: the speaker at the podium, the Speaker of the House and Vice President seated behind, and the entire chamber responding on cue. This year, what struck me…
When the Supreme Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize sweeping presidential tariffs, headlines erupted with a single narrative: “Trump Loses.”“Refunds Coming.”“Tariffs Struck Down.” But constitutional law is not a headline. It is a structure. The ruling narrowed one statutory pathway. It did not eliminate presidential trade authority. It…
By Maria GrasmickFebruary 2026 When New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared, “We are forced to raid the Rainy Day Fund” it was clear to me the threat. Two paths. A preferred path taxing the wealthy.A last resort raiding reserves and raising property taxes. If he does not get money from Albany. The language was…
Political Cartoon I drew myself. I am a cartoonist looking for LOTS OF FUN WORK if you need. I FORGOT TO COLOR CHUCK SCHUMER’s TIE OH NO>A white tie. Has there ever been? Yes if you watch John Solomon said that. About the surgical back. I would have used the word spine! You noticed my…
Today’s cartoon is based on the Pam Bondi / Rep. Thomas Massie back-and-forth another reminder that many hearings aren’t built for clarity anymore, they’re built for clips. And bullying. Here’s what drives people nuts: a lawmaker delivers a “question” that’s really a statement… then the witness starts answering… and suddenly: “I RECLAIM MY TIME!” That’s…
Watch my January political cartoon collection from sketch to final panel. This monthly compilation shows the full drawing process..layout, linework, shading, lettering, and final edits, plus the completed editorial cartoons created throughout January. This month reminded me that discipline isn’t aesthetic. ITS PAIN. feel that ALOT as an artist, Pain pain misery Some days I…
