Cartoon of the Day: Off Target

An exclusive cartoon from Michael de Adder

By Michael de Adder

It’s clear that today’s Republicans find themselves supporting actions and policies under Donald Trump that they would have firmly opposed in the past. Once champions of free trade, fiscal restraint, and strong alliances, they now watch — and often defend — as Trump imposes tariffs, balloons the national debt, and attacks long-standing institutions like the FBI and the judiciary. Not to mention siding with Russia over a democratic nation defending itself. While some do so out of political calculation, fearing Trump’s grip on the Republican base, others have gradually shifted their positions to align with his, reshaping the party into something that would be unrecognizable to any Republican at any other time in history.

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Michael de Adder is a Canadian editorial cartoonist celebrated for his sharp political satire and bold visual storytelling. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, The Globe and Mail, and The Hill Times, among other major publications. Known for his fearless critique of political figures, he gained widespread recognition for his searing cartoons on Donald Trump and Canadian leaders. A highly decorated artist, de Adder has won multiple National Newspaper Awards, the prestigious Herblock Prize for editorial cartooning, and the Reuben Award for Cartoonist of the Year. He has also authored nine books. With a style that fuses humor and incisive commentary, he remains one of the world’s most influential cartoonists.

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