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Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.

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Another month, another Rahm Emanuel policy proposal. What’s he up to?

05:00 - 13/02/2026

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Many of Emanuel’s would-be 2028 rivals are still in office and can point to concrete governing or legislating proposals. He needs another way.

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Trump continues to lash out at ‘RINO’ GOP Gov. Kevin Stitt

14:10 - 12/02/2026

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The Oklahoma governor has found himself in a protracted dispute with the president over an upcoming event at the White House.

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How Virginia’s top court might decide Democrats’ gerrymandering fate

10:26 - 12/02/2026

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The state Supreme Court is likely to determine the fate of redistricting in Virginia.

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A tech group is launching a new effort to keep Democrats from falling behind on AI

10:00 - 12/02/2026

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Tech for Campaigns plans to partner with Democratic groups to test what works.

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The software sell-off, part II

06:30 - 18/02/2026

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A new kind of competition?

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Few signs of progress as US-led Ukraine peace talks grind on

06:00 - 18/02/2026

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Also in this newsletter: German state TV uses AI video in report on ICE

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Flipping out over the latest attempt to change sovereign bond contracts

06:00 - 18/02/2026

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When legal creativity collides with reality

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US and Japan unveil first mega-projects under $550bn trade deal

05:18 - 18/02/2026

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Oil, natural gas and synthetic diamond facilities worth a combined $36bn mark crucial progress on pledged financing

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Hollywood’s $108bn cliffhanger

05:00 - 18/02/2026

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Warner Bros gave Paramount seven days to make a ‘final’ takeover offer and plans to vote on its Netflix deal next month

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Blackstone, EQT and CVC make offers for VW unit

05:00 - 18/02/2026

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Shipping engines and heat pumps business is being valued at between €5bn and €6bn

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The truth about population decline

05:00 - 18/02/2026

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Arguments about the dangers of falling fertility deserve much closer scrutiny

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Brain drain is undermining America’s scientific edge

05:00 - 18/02/2026

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Policy decisions grounded in Maga talking points are helping to fuel a PhD exodus from government

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Trump’s AI push fuels revolt in Maga heartlands

05:00 - 18/02/2026

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Republicans fear backlash against White House agenda could undermine support in this year’s midterm elections

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If US regulators won’t hold auditors to account, will the courts?

05:00 - 18/02/2026

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Trio of cases provides rulings on how responsible accountants are for spotting fraud and errors

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HUD opens discrimination investigation into a Muslim development in Texas.

03:21 - 18/02/2026

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A project, including homes and a mosque, has drawn attacks from Republican Texas officials. The Justice Department closed a similar inquiry into the development last year.

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Boneless Wings Are Still Wings, Judge Rules

02:53 - 18/02/2026

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A Chicago man filed a lawsuit in 2023 against Buffalo Wild Wings, arguing that it had engaged in false advertising of its boneless wings. A judge said the claim “has no meat on its bones.”

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/17/us/boneless-chicken-wings-lawsuit-ruling.html

House Plans to Vote on Air Safety Bill After Report on Deadly D.C. Crash

03:03 - 18/02/2026

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Lawmakers could vote as early as next week on legislation aimed at avoiding another collision like the one that killed 67 people near Reagan National Airport last year.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/17/us/politics/ntsb-reagan-national-crash-report

How a Stray Quote of Jesse Jackson’s Led to a Rupture Between Black and Jewish Voters

00:47 - 18/02/2026

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The candidate’s reference to New York as “Hymietown” helped tank his 1984 presidential campaign and eroded a longstanding alliance.

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To One Chicago Resident, Jesse Jackson Was Simply a Friendly Neighbor

03:34 - 18/02/2026

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At the Jackson home in Chicago, people paid quiet tributes to a man they said was groundbreaking but also ‘very grounded.’

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Jesse Jackson’s Death Arrives at a Crucial Moment for Black Political Power

23:21 - 17/02/2026

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There are more Black senators than ever before, but a major Supreme Court ruling could reduce Black representation in the House.

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In Memphis, mourning for the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who kept coming back.

23:52 - 17/02/2026

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Jesse Jackson’s Hometown Remembers Him as a ‘Superstar’

02:37 - 18/02/2026

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Mr. Jackson often spoke about Greenville, S.C., in his speeches, returning home several times to fight for change — and for a slice of his favorite banana cream pie.

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Trump Bets on Diplomacy Without Diplomats

03:12 - 18/02/2026

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President Trump’s most trusted envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are at the center of the Iran and Ukraine negotiations.

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Jesse Jackson Changed Chicago. And It Changed Him.

22:40 - 17/02/2026

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Mr. Jackson, who spent much of his life in the city, died at his home there on Tuesday. “He ushered in new politics in Chicago,” one longtime organizer said.

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Team USA’s ‘Blade Angels’ take to Olympic ice

23:52 - 17/02/2026

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Americans Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu and Isabeau took to the ice to skate in the short program. The women have become known as Team USA’s “Blade Angels”. Men’s figure skater Ilia Malinin opened up to NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk about the pressure at the Olympics and his disappointment at finishing in eighth place.

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The Olympic spotlight burned brightly on Ilia Malinin. He was 'not ready' to handle it.

13:30 - 17/02/2026

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Ilia Malinin admitted Tuesday on “TODAY” he was not prepared to handle the spotlight of the Olympics, giving his most extensive comments since his shocking free skate performance at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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From the Sports Desk: Worth its wait in gold

23:05 - 16/02/2026

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me an Olympic sport in 1998

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10 skiers missing, 6 stranded after avalanche near Lake Tahoe in California

00:27 - 18/02/2026

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As many as 10 skiers were missing and six others were stranded and awaiting rescuers after an avalanche Tuesday near the town of Truckee, California, authorities said.

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Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson dies at 84

23:58 - 17/02/2026

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Tributes poured in as many reflected on the life and legacy of civil rights icon Jesse Jackson. For nearly six decades he lived on the front lines of the civil rights movement, relentless in his fight. NBC News’ Tom Llamas reports.

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Stephen Colbert says CBS didn't air interview out of fear of FCC

15:39 - 17/02/2026

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“Late Show” host Stephen Colbert said CBS did not air his Monday interview with Texas state Rep.

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Trump's election bill tops 50 Senate votes, but Democrats could still block it

21:09 - 17/02/2026

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The SAVE America Act to require proof of citizenship nationwide to vote has now topped 50 votes in the Republican-controlled Senate.

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China's humanoid robots take center stage at Lunar New Year show

00:15 - 18/02/2026

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Humanoid robots took the stage and captivated the world performing dances and kung fu during a Lunar New Year show in China. NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer reports on the robot stars and how some are afraid of the advancements they are seeing.

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Alysa Liu advances into medal position

05:47 - 18/02/2026

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Alysa Liu advances into medal position

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Blade Angels take to the ice, Malinin opens up on Day 11

04:55 - 18/02/2026

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Blade Angels take to the ice, Malinin opens up on Day 11

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Iran calls talks with U.S. "more constructive" as Trump's threat looms

19:59 - 17/02/2026

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Iran and the U.S. traded threats and warnings even as negotiators sat down to discuss a deal to avert a war, but Tehran says "we now have a clearer path ahead."

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The "crying horse" toy taking over China's internet

19:55 - 17/02/2026

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A frowning stuffed horse has sold by the tens of thousands in China, garnering hundreds of millions of mentions on Chinese social media. Tony Dokoupil has more on its symbolism.

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U.S. and Iran wrap up second round of nuclear talks

19:52 - 17/02/2026

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U.S. and Iranian negotiators say there's been progress in their nuclear talks, even as the U.S. assembles a massive naval force in the region and Iran launches military exercises nearby. Imtiaz Tyab has details.

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See the Olympic medal count for the 2026 Winter Games

19:22 - 17/02/2026

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Here is a look at where the medal count stands for Team USA and other nations as the competition heats up at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Belgium accuses U.S. envoy of disinformation for antisemitism claim

11:54 - 17/02/2026

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Belgian authorities call the U.S. ambassador's intervention in the case of three Jewish religious figures "dangerous disinformation."

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Epstein survivor tells CBS News how she was trafficked, and assaulted

11:12 - 17/02/2026

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Juliette Bryant says not long after meeting Jeffrey Epstein, he assaulted her, and she realized, "this is not a modeling opportunity, I've been kidnapped."

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Russia hammers Ukraine again as U.S. brokers 3rd round of peace talks

11:11 - 17/02/2026

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The U.S. is brokering a 3rd round of Russia-Ukraine talks, but there's little hope of a breakthrough to end the deadliest war on European soil in 80 years.

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Activist shares how her own story inspired her to teach others self-defense

09:36 - 17/02/2026

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Activist and author Rana Abdelhamid is a black belt in karate and has been teaching self-defense for nearly 17 years. She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about how she was attacked as a teenager, why she says self-defense is more than physical and tips for what women should carry with them.

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Bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor captures gold, her sixth Olympic medal overall

08:31 - 17/02/2026

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American bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor won her first gold Olympic medal on Monday in the women's solo event. Prior to the Games she had won five medals in four Olympics. She is now tied as the most decorated American woman in Winter Olympics history.

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See the Olympics schedule for the 2026 Milano Cortina Games

03:00 - 17/02/2026

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This is what you need to know about when the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.

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NYC Board of Elections worker says 'not my job to report anyone' when asked about registering non-citizens

23:28 - 17/02/2026

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A New York City election worker told an undercover reporter he would not report non-citizens trying to register to vote, saying "that's not my job."

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Jimmy Kimmel to host Los Angeles fundraiser for House Democrats: report

21:53 - 17/02/2026

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ABC's Jimmy Kimmel will reportedly headline a massive Los Angeles fundraiser for House Democrats next month with ticket prices costing up to $300,000.

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Gun store owner says FBI asked him to check firearm sales against list of names, pics in Guthrie case

21:46 - 17/02/2026

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FBI agent visited Arizona gun store with photos and names to check purchases during Nancy Guthrie missing person investigation, local store owner claims.

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Ethan Hawke warns against looking to 'jet-lagged, drunk' actors for political wisdom

21:30 - 17/02/2026

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Ethan Hawke warned during a film festival in Germany that the opinions of entertainers are valid, in that they are people like anybody else, but not the first source to go to.

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Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom calls Eileen Gu 'a traitor' for representing China at Olympics

21:18 - 17/02/2026

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Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom accused Olympic skier Eileen Gu of betraying America by competing for China, citing human rights abuses and Gu's $23 million earnings.

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Mike Lee calls Schumer's 'Jim Crow 2.0' attack on voter ID bill 'paranoid fantasy'

21:00 - 17/02/2026

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Senate Democrats compare GOP voter ID push to "Jim Crow 2.0," but Sen. Mike Lee calls the comparison "paranoid fantasy" as the debate intensifies over federal election requirements.

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Major Trump critic has 'not dismissed' another presidential run ahead of 2028 election

21:00 - 17/02/2026

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New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker said on a podcast Tuesday that he has "not dismissed" the idea of launching another presidential campaign in 2028.

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Palestinian activist accused of expressing desire to 'kill Jews' wins deportation case

20:29 - 17/02/2026

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Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi will not be deported after Immigration Judge Nina Froes ruled the government failed to provide sufficient evidence.

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Air Force One scraps iconic Kennedy-era paint scheme for Trump-approved red, white, blue design

20:27 - 17/02/2026

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Air Force One will get a new red, white and dark blue paint scheme as President Trump replaces the light blue design that defined presidential aircraft for over 60 years.

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Inside world's top science society's convention bashing Trump, pushing DEI, pronouns: 'Felt like a funeral'

20:00 - 17/02/2026

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A major scientific society's conference draw sharp criticism for its progressive messaging and vocal criticism of President Donald Trump.

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