Politics
The Supreme Court’s Term, Drawn: Birthright, Power & the Bench
By CM Chaney · July 4, 2026
From birthright citizenship and the 14th Amendment to a gutted Voting Rights Act, struck-down tariffs, and a contested Louisiana map, the Supreme Court’s 2025–26 term has put the limits of presidential power — and the court’s own legitimacy — on the line. Editorial cartoonists have drawn every clash: the conservative majority, Chief Justice Roberts, the […]
Supreme Court columns topped with justices under Trump Family Lawyers label
The image shows the Supreme Court building with its columns replaced by caricatures of six justices. Each column bears a head resembling John Roberts, Clarence Thomas, Brett Kavanaugh, Amy Coney Barrett, Neil Gorsuch and one additional figure. The entablature carries the inscription Trump Family Lawyers. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Frieze Now Reads Whatever Republicans Want
The cartoon depicts the U.S. Supreme Court building with its famous frieze inscription altered from Equal Justice Under Law to Or Whatever the Republicans Want Us to Do. This visual responds to recent rulings including the Alabama voting map decision that permitted GOP-drawn districts accused of diluting Black voter power. Cagle Cartoons
Roberts Court Elephant Tramples Voting Rights Act
The cartoon depicts the Roberts Court as a Republican elephant trampling the Voting Rights Act ahead of the 2026 elections. Multiple justices ride atop the animal as it carries a GOP 2026 flag. Cagle Cartoons
MAGA lettering covers Supreme Court facade in new cartoon
The May 2026 cartoon by Bill Day depicts the U.S. Supreme Court building painted red with MAGA letters dominating the pediment. A figure labeled Jim Crow appears on the left beside a crowned seated person. A speech bubble from the bird reads AIN'T IT PURDY! The frieze text EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW remains partially visible beneath the new lettering. Cagle Cartoons
John Roberts Waters the Tree of Authoritarianism
Chief Justice John Roberts appears in judicial robes watering the base of a large tree. The executive branch extends prominently while the judicial and legislative branches appear diminished. The image responds to ongoing debates over Supreme Court rulings on executive authority and immunity claims in late 2025. Cagle Cartoons
John Roberts Holds Red Map as Brecht Quote Looms Over 2026 Voting Rules
The May 2026 cartoon pairs a 1953 Bertolt Brecht quote with Chief Justice John Roberts holding a solid red United States map. It references ongoing disputes over the Voting Rights Act, gerrymandering, and the Louisiana v. Callais case ahead of the midterms. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS Justices Call 14th Amendment Fuzzy on Birthright Citizenship
The cartoon shows a physician figure gesturing toward oversized 14th Amendment lettering as a labeled SCOTUS justice seated with gavel remarks that the text is a little fuzzy, reflecting ongoing debate over birthright citizenship interpretation by the Supreme Court. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship as Justice Department Signals Alignment
The cartoon depicts the Supreme Court building with a speech bubble raising the question of birthright citizenship under the Fourteenth Amendment. On the right, a hooded figure wearing a Justice Department badge emerges to declare its point. Cagle Cartoons
Birthright Citizenship Cake Divides Baby Shower Guests
The cartoon shows a baby shower cake labeled Born in the USA with a teddy bear wearing a USA cap and a sign asking Citizen or Alien. A second bear clutches a book titled Deportation. The scene plays on ongoing debates over birthright citizenship and immigration enforcement in early 2026. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS examines 14th Amendment text for clarity
The image shows Supreme Court justices reviewing the 14th Amendment. One figure seated on the right holds documents while the standing figure gestures toward the large letters. The caption indicates uncertainty about the amendment wording. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act draws reverse discrimination claims
The cartoon shows Chief Justice John Roberts holding a sign declaring the U.S. Supreme Court has gutted the Voting Rights Act. A figure in KKK robes stands nearby with a speech bubble claiming white folks were being discriminated against. The U.S. Supreme Court building appears in the background. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Ruling Prompts Barstool Debate on Racism and Voting Rights
The cartoon depicts two men at a bar reacting to a Supreme Court decision on the Voting Rights Act. One asks what is left to fix now that racism is declared solved. The image responds to recent rulings affecting redistricting and voter access in states like Louisiana. Justices including Roberts and Thomas are referenced in related tags. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Steamroller Heads for Voter and Ballot Box
The cartoon depicts six Supreme Court justices riding a large yellow steamroller labeled U.S. Supreme Court. The vehicle advances toward a Black voter standing beside a ballot box marked VOTE. The image responds to a recent Supreme Court decision that weakened provisions of the Voting Rights Act. Cagle Cartoons
Roberts Court Sends Jim Crow Birds Soaring After Voting Rights Act
On May 2 2026 the cartoon depicts the Roberts Court as a bird-like figure shattering the Voting Rights Act. The image shows the court releasing multiple Jim Crow labeled birds into the air. This visual responds to ongoing Supreme Court actions affecting voting access and redistricting rules. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court figure in white robe holds noose around Voting Rights Act
A robed figure marked SCOTUS stands holding a pole attached to a noose around a hanging form marked Voting Rights Act. The scene occurs under a large tree on open ground. Text references appear at the bottom of the image. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS Conservatives Shred Voting Rights Act in Rabid Display
The Supreme Court issued a ruling that significantly weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in a case involving Louisiana redistricting. Conservative justices on the court formed the majority in the decision that critics say opens the door to racial gerrymandering. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS Louisiana Redistricting Decision Draws Sharp Reaction
The Supreme Court ruled on Louisiana's congressional map involving civil rights era districts. The image shows a Democrat figure holding a chain attached to a second figure who comments on the decision affecting constituents. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS Delivers Sharp Rebuke to Trump Over Trade Authority
On February 22, 2026, a political cartoon depicts Chief Justice John Roberts striking Donald Trump with a gavel. The image references a recent 6-3 Supreme Court ruling limiting presidential trade powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act amid multiple lawsuits. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS Conservatives Turn President Into King Via Conversion Therapy
On October 14 2025 John Cole's cartoon depicts Supreme Court conservatives endorsing conversion therapy. The left panel shows a boy labeled gay transformed into straight. The right panel shows a president figure transformed into a robed and crowned king. The visual equates the therapy with an unconstitutional expansion of presidential power. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Ruling Leaves Trump Tariff Policy in Pieces
The Supreme Court struck down tariffs in a ruling dated near February 2026. Donald Trump appears cut off at the legs by the decision while a consumer figure notes progress. The image highlights effects on costs and protectionist measures amid ongoing economic pressures. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariff Push
The Supreme Court issued a ruling against new tariffs proposed by former President Trump. The decision halts the 10 percent tariffs shown in the image. Uncle Sam notes the ongoing economic effects. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Gavel Poised Over Trump's Tariff Mallet
The cartoon shows a Supreme Court gavel descending toward Donald Trump, who holds a tariffs mallet while seated beside a globe. It responds to a 2026 court ruling on presidential tariff authority. The image underscores tension between judicial oversight and executive trade actions. Cagle Cartoons
Justice Jackson Clashes With Lady Justice Over Trump Rage
On December 10 2025, a political cartoon by Margolis and Cox shows Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson in a physical struggle with Lady Justice. Jackson wears a blindfold reading Trump rage and a robe marked JUSTICE and JACKSON. She seizes the scales and sword from the traditional blindfolded figure who appears to be losing the fight. Cagle Cartoons
ICE agents examine lineup of robed figures with scales
ICE agents stand in a station viewing a lineup of five robed figures resembling justice symbols. Each figure holds scales and a sword while blindfolded. Skin tones differ across the group. A caption at the bottom states that they all appear to be present illegally. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Justices Shown Reveling Amid Ethics Concerns
The cartoon from May 2026 shows six Supreme Court justices in black robes against a red curtain. Central figures include Clarence Thomas laughing with a Coke, Brett Kavanaugh with a beer, and others with stern or smirking expressions. Gold text reads Our Corrupt Runneth Over. Cagle Cartoons
Supreme Court Jester Highlights Judicial Division
The cartoon shows Supreme Court justices in black robes gathered with backs to the viewer. One figure on the right wears a colorful jester hat with bells and a red nose. A blue sign in the upper left reads the SUPREME COURT. The image responds to ongoing debates over Justice Alito and recent Biden appointments to the bench. Cagle Cartoons
Chief Justice John Roberts depicted in MAGA hat holding law book
The cartoon portrays Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts wearing a red Make America Great Again hat marked 45-47. He holds a book labeled LAW and stands beneath a sign reading Chief InJustice John Roberts. The image was published on October 24 2025. Cagle Cartoons
SCOTUS depicted as Confederate ball and chain on flagpole
The cartoon shows a flagpole with a chain and wrecking-ball style weight. The weight displays the Confederate battle flag and the word SCOTUS. Publication occurred on May 17 2026. The image responds to ongoing debates over Supreme Court decisions involving voting rights and reapportionment. The visual links the court to symbols of the Confederacy. Cagle Cartoons
Trump Holds Tariffs Sign While Supreme Court Justices Reject
Donald Trump stands on the left holding a sign reading I love tariffs. On the right, several figures in judicial robes raise a sign showing a red prohibition circle over a heart. The scene depicts tension between executive trade actions and Supreme Court review on February 23, 2026. Cagle Cartoons