Politics
Senator, Hawk, Trump Ally: 30 Editorial Cartoons on Lindsey Graham’s Career
By CM Chaney · July 17, 2026
Senator Lindsey Graham died July 12, 2026 at age 71. For 24 years, editorial cartoonists captured every turn of his extraordinary career — from McCain's war-hawk partner to Trump's most reliable Senate champion — in panels that are now a permanent part of American political history.
Lindsey Graham remembered as consistent advocate for military action
The image presents Lindsey Graham in an obituary format dated 2026. It lists his birth and death years alongside a quote labeling him a consistent supporter of military engagements. The composition places the figure on the right with text blocks on the left. Publication occurred on July 12 2026. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey portrait stands by casket as aides urge quick burial
A portrait labeled Lindsey sits on an easel beside a casket while two men in dark suits stand behind it. One delivers a speech bubble line calling for a quick burial before the deceased can change his mind. The July 2026 image uses the funeral setting to comment on political indecision. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham framed alone in empty portrait as 2016 bid struggles
A political cartoon by Rick McKee published December 16, 2015, depicts a large ornate frame containing only the head and shoulders of Sen. Lindsey Graham. The bottom caption reads Group Photo of All of Lindsey Graham's Supporters. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham Heart Attack Report Sparks Sharp Reaction
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. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham's Putt Misses Hole Marked Legacy of Service
On July 12 2026 Gary McCoy depicts Sen. Lindsey Graham on a golf green missing a short putt. The ball rolls past the hole as a yellow flag proclaims a legacy of service. The cartoon uses the golf metaphor to comment on the South Carolina Republican's record in Congress. Cagle Cartoons
Trump Claims Driver Seat in GOP Race as Graham Gets Call
The cartoon depicts Donald Trump driving a compact car alongside a large bus decorated with Republican stars and an elephant logo. Passengers inside the bus wave as Trump declares he must occupy the driver's seat. A sign directs complaints about driving to Sen. Lindsey Graham. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham Throws Endorsement Anchor Toward Jeb Bush
On January 15 2016 Lindsey Graham stands on a cliff edge in a stars and stripes swimsuit and hurls a large anchor marked endorsement toward Jeb Bush who treads water below. The scene responds to Graham's recent public backing of Bush in the Republican presidential primary. Cagle Cartoons
Graham and Trump promote Graham-Cassidy healthcare plan in Senate
On September 27, 2017, a political cartoon by Taylor Jones depicts Sen. Lindsey Graham and President Donald Trump discussing the Graham-Cassidy healthcare bill. The image shows Graham in a tuxedo beside a podium where Trump speaks, with speech bubbles referencing repeal of Obamacare and block grants favoring former Confederate states. Cagle Cartoons
Senate Republicans Designate One Woman for Kavanaugh Questioning
The cartoon depicts a cluster of male senators in dark suits holding a document marked designated female with Rachel Mitchell's image. One senator states they need a woman to do their job. A group of women in vote shirts on the right side replies by asking how about eleven women. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham depicted as raging Hulk amid Kavanaugh hearings
The cartoon shows Senator Lindsey Graham transformed into the Hulk, ripping through his suit with an angry expression. Two smaller figures stand to the right holding a paper. The scene references the 2018 Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court nomination process. Cagle Cartoons
Kavanaugh Hearing Portrayed as Circus with Scary Clowns
The image shows the U.S. Capitol with a red and white striped circus tent roof. A man and woman stand in the foreground. The woman has a speech bubble stating that the circus has some scary clowns. Cagle Cartoons
Trump holds Graham as shutdown drags into 2019
On January 11 2019 Donald Trump appears in a large chair holding a cat labeled Lindsey Graham. A sign states shutdowns are forever. The cat replies that emergency powers should be used. The drawing addresses the ongoing government shutdown and border wall negotiations active at that time. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham Shift From Trump Critic to Ally Highlighted
A two-panel cartoon contrasts Lindsey Graham's past criticism of Donald Trump with his later support. The left panel shows the senator recalling calling Trump unfit. The right panel depicts him as a rubber stamp labeled with his name and Trump. The piece comments on Graham's changed stance during the 2019 period. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham panels show growing reluctance to view impeachment evidence
The cartoon by Kevin Siers published November 7 2019 shows Lindsey Graham first stating that actual evidence of a quid pro quo would be disturbing then progressively covering his eyes and head with tape a bag a box and a safe while a voice says good luck. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham appears as seal in modified presidential seal
The image presents Lindsey Graham with a seal body inside a circular emblem altered to read Seal of This President. The figure blows into a horn emitting the word honk while a nearby sign repeats yes boss three times. This composition appeared on November 13 2019 during active congressional impeachment proceedings involving President Trump. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham depicted pulling plug on democracy amid Georgia ballot disputes
The cartoon published November 18, 2020, shows Sen. Lindsey Graham pulling the chain on a light bulb labeled democracy that is going out. Behind him stands a GOP elephant holding a paper titled ballot disposal scheme that calls for throwing out thousands of legally cast votes. Cagle Cartoons
Trump pardons Graham over Georgia election pressure failure
Donald Trump stands in a blue suit and red tie holding a rolled document while extending his right arm toward Lindsey Graham. Graham appears in a dark suit with a turkey tail and a medal labeled Senator Graham. Text above states the pardon covers failure to pressure the Georgia secretary of state on ballots and Joe Biden election results. Cagle Cartoons
Senator Lindsey Graham wears Gucci patterned restraint
The image depicts Senator Lindsey Graham seated on the ground in a restraint garment covered with repeating Gucci logos and buckles. A speech bubble to the left contains the text LIKE IT? IT'S GUCCI! The name GRAHAM appears on the right pant leg. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham appeals Georgia grand jury testimony order
The cartoon depicts Senator Lindsey Graham holding a Fulton County grand jury testimony document while positioned before a federal court bench. A green shape labeled Trump taint surrounds the senator. Graham states he is appealing with a reply noting it is a matter of opinion. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham depicted holding invitation urging riots if Trump faces indictment
The cartoon depicts U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham holding a large white invitation card that reads 'You're Invited To Riot In The Streets If Trump Is Indicted' with 'MAGA' printed below. Graham, shown in a dark suit and red tie, stands against a red gradient background with a worried expression. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham Statement on Potential Riots Draws Intense Reaction
The cartoon depicts a horned, shirtless man reacting with excitement to a television report quoting Sen. Lindsey Graham warning of riots in the streets if former President Trump is prosecuted. The scene shows the man in a cluttered living room with beer cans nearby, his speech bubble expressing enthusiasm as if the news signals a return to action. Cagle Cartoons
Senator Graham Issues Riots Warning Amid Trump Documents Probe
The cartoon shows Senator Lindsey Graham as a coiled snake on a yellow background, his head emerging with a speech bubble threatening riots in the streets. The bottom text changes the Gadsden flag motto to DONT TREAD ON TRUMP. Cagle Cartoons
Senator Graham National Abortion Ban Draws Republican Resistance
The image shows Senator Lindsey Graham in a football uniform running with a ball marked national abortion ban while other Republican players including Mitch McConnell pull him in the opposite direction. Blue jersey players watch from the background. A sign at the bottom reads wrong way Lindsey. Cagle Cartoons
Lindsey Graham's Abortion Ban Proposal Draws GOP Backlash in Midterms
On September 16, 2022, a political cartoon by Dave Whamond illustrates Sen. Lindsey Graham's recent proposal for a nationwide 15-week abortion ban as an own goal in soccer. The image shows Graham in uniform running away from a goal where the ball labeled Abortion Ban has entered the net. Other figures labeled BIP appear tangled inside. Cagle Cartoons