I suspect he does know. This is his way of announcing (with deniability - in his tiny mind) that he has no intention of abiding by it ... never mind upholding or defending it.
The others? Well they quite like the idea of scrapping the Constitution, especially if Trump says it for them ... giving them deniability.
Cowardice, avarice, and amorality should always be assumed as their default setting.
I might be an idiot, but I could have sworn the oath he swore on January 20th, both in 2017 and now in 2025, specifically states that as president it is his duty to uphold or defend the Constitution of the United States of America. I'll have to research that.
The presidential oath of office is: "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States." This oath is specified in Article II, Section 1, Clause 8 of the U.S. Constitution.
So, once again, he should be impeached just for that dumb answer on the Sunday talk show.
Yes, for that, too. How about for simply lying while swearing the oath? For him, it seems to be _only_ a ceremonial public relations event, rather than taking an oath before millions of witnesses to his several lies in one sentence. Foreign leaders who "trust" Trump's word must equally be morons. Of course, they don't and they aren't.
They know he's a clown "who walks on the earth to and fro," like Mephistopheles.
Didn't put his hand on the bible, posts image of himself as the Pope (not to mention his adultery with a porn star), yet the faithful see him as their savior. I don't and never will understand what his appeal is the anyone.
Racism…he say out loud what his worshipers have thought since slavery, but afraid to say out loud since it was abolished…but really still goes on, just in a variety of ways. Don’t get me started…
That would only work if he thought that maneuver held any meaning for him. Recall his posing with upside-down Bible until someone else fixed it for him.
Well it did count because he gave his verbal oath …
BUT … He then used the get-out-of-jail-free card that he got from his photo op across the street from the WH during term #1 (where he shame-walked Barr and the Joint Chiefs across the street).
BUT … What the Stable Genius didn’t realize was that by holding the Bible upside down in that photo op, the effectivity of the card had drained out over the yearsw.
BUT … Like in Ann’s last offering, Trump is screaming “This isn’t my fault!” And believe it or not, Trump is right!! For once!! Since the problem was the effectivity of the card, this is very clearly a DOGE failure and we can blame Musk for this too.
Politics can be SO confusing … 😵💫 Thank you Ann for providing a “Clarifying” POV 😂
" Ann Telnaes, until recently a political cartoonist for The Post’s Opinions page, was awarded the prize for illustrated reporting and commentary. It was her second win in the category, which was labeled “editorial cartooning” when she was first honored in 2001 while working for Tribune Media Services."
The 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Illustrated Reporting and Commentary goes to…..(dramatic pause)…..
Ann Telnaes!! 🏆
For delivering piercing commentary on powerful people and institutions with deftness, creativity – and a fearlessness that led to her departure from “a certain” news organization after 17 years. (The Pulitzer Prize website).
Of course! His enablers. From elected Republican officials to MAGA on the street. Until they stop their sycophantic ways and declare the emperor has no clothes, the rest of us are stuck with him and his terrible regime. We must resist!
Atrocity all around. Immune to the impact of its actions. Unmoved by its appalling treatment of other human beings. Beyond the reach of truth. The Lynch mob lives out its life in denial, unbowed by the horrendous nature of its deed. There was no justice for Wounded Knee. Or any of the travesties throughout history. And no one will pay here. But. Those of us who know will not look away, and will bear witness throughout time and beyond time. We will not forget. Or forgive. Or allow them to forget. We know what they have done, and are doing. We will tend the flame of their shame forever.
Agree! Possibly also to the Senate that acquitted him the first & second times; and likely also to the Supreme Court that, overall, is as deaf and stupid as Lady Justice is blind. What have they wrought? Not iron, but weak, moldy and wet, slippery, rotting, noodley interpretations of a fine document.
Trump has abrogated his oath of office to protect and defend the Constitution. Meaning, he's no longer President. Same with his VP and cabinet, all of whom took the same oath. Thus, his Presidential Orders can be ignored.
Congrats on the Pulitzer, even if the WaPo did have the nerve to announce it as "Ann Telnaes, until recently a political cartoonist for The Post’s Opinions page, was awarded her second win."
He has no idea what the
Constitution says, or
what it actually means.
As for the others? Birds
of a feather; been
plucked and baked in
Trump's special sauce.
I hope they get burned..soon
I suspect he does know. This is his way of announcing (with deniability - in his tiny mind) that he has no intention of abiding by it ... never mind upholding or defending it.
The others? Well they quite like the idea of scrapping the Constitution, especially if Trump says it for them ... giving them deniability.
Cowardice, avarice, and amorality should always be assumed as their default setting.
Spot on, as always :)
I might be an idiot, but I could have sworn the oath he swore on January 20th, both in 2017 and now in 2025, specifically states that as president it is his duty to uphold or defend the Constitution of the United States of America. I'll have to research that.
Great job, Ann.
Yup, just found it:
The presidential oath of office is: "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States." This oath is specified in Article II, Section 1, Clause 8 of the U.S. Constitution.
So, once again, he should be impeached just for that dumb answer on the Sunday talk show.
“And will to best of my ability” now that’s a problem for him!
Yes, for that, too. How about for simply lying while swearing the oath? For him, it seems to be _only_ a ceremonial public relations event, rather than taking an oath before millions of witnesses to his several lies in one sentence. Foreign leaders who "trust" Trump's word must equally be morons. Of course, they don't and they aren't.
They know he's a clown "who walks on the earth to and fro," like Mephistopheles.
He probably thought if he didn't place his hand on the Bible, he didn't need to uphold the oath.
Didn't put his hand on the bible, posts image of himself as the Pope (not to mention his adultery with a porn star), yet the faithful see him as their savior. I don't and never will understand what his appeal is the anyone.
Racism…he say out loud what his worshipers have thought since slavery, but afraid to say out loud since it was abolished…but really still goes on, just in a variety of ways. Don’t get me started…
That would only work if he thought that maneuver held any meaning for him. Recall his posing with upside-down Bible until someone else fixed it for him.
Yeah, the upside-down Bible. I forgot about that.
Well it did count because he gave his verbal oath …
BUT … He then used the get-out-of-jail-free card that he got from his photo op across the street from the WH during term #1 (where he shame-walked Barr and the Joint Chiefs across the street).
BUT … What the Stable Genius didn’t realize was that by holding the Bible upside down in that photo op, the effectivity of the card had drained out over the yearsw.
BUT … Like in Ann’s last offering, Trump is screaming “This isn’t my fault!” And believe it or not, Trump is right!! For once!! Since the problem was the effectivity of the card, this is very clearly a DOGE failure and we can blame Musk for this too.
Politics can be SO confusing … 😵💫 Thank you Ann for providing a “Clarifying” POV 😂
A BIG CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
May 5, 2025 Per the Washington Post -
" Ann Telnaes, until recently a political cartoonist for The Post’s Opinions page, was awarded the prize for illustrated reporting and commentary. It was her second win in the category, which was labeled “editorial cartooning” when she was first honored in 2001 while working for Tribune Media Services."
No mention that WaPo BEZOS fired her!
She left of her own accord after the new head of the opinion section (hired by Bezos) became upset with one of her cartoons.
Your cartoons are an antidote to misery. They address this horrible man in a way that makes me laugh and not grind my teeth.
Well done!, Telnaes. My lungs are trying to laugh while my teeth are grinding.
The 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Illustrated Reporting and Commentary goes to…..(dramatic pause)…..
Ann Telnaes!! 🏆
For delivering piercing commentary on powerful people and institutions with deftness, creativity – and a fearlessness that led to her departure from “a certain” news organization after 17 years. (The Pulitzer Prize website).
Ann, you are the Best of the Best!
Absolutely. Congratulations!! And screw you, Bezos!
Wow, talk about selling your soul. Dorian Gray, had nothing on these worms
Oh...Spot On !👌👌
Lynn-
Somewhere there must be some grotesque paintings.
Of course! His enablers. From elected Republican officials to MAGA on the street. Until they stop their sycophantic ways and declare the emperor has no clothes, the rest of us are stuck with him and his terrible regime. We must resist!
Widdle Marco, Mikey Mouse, Miz Lindsey, Bubba, and Bubbette: STINKO de Mayo.
Bubba & Bubbette--hahaha!
Atrocity all around. Immune to the impact of its actions. Unmoved by its appalling treatment of other human beings. Beyond the reach of truth. The Lynch mob lives out its life in denial, unbowed by the horrendous nature of its deed. There was no justice for Wounded Knee. Or any of the travesties throughout history. And no one will pay here. But. Those of us who know will not look away, and will bear witness throughout time and beyond time. We will not forget. Or forgive. Or allow them to forget. We know what they have done, and are doing. We will tend the flame of their shame forever.
They're a special kind of stupid.
Agree - the kind of 'stupid' that only balks when it goes against their malignant goals.
A special kind of greed, really. Totally amoral as well.
Maybe if a million of us sent postcards to all Republicans in Congress that simply consist of the words in the oaths of office?
Actually, a great idea.
Agree! Possibly also to the Senate that acquitted him the first & second times; and likely also to the Supreme Court that, overall, is as deaf and stupid as Lady Justice is blind. What have they wrought? Not iron, but weak, moldy and wet, slippery, rotting, noodley interpretations of a fine document.
Congrats on your newest Pulitzer!
Trump has abrogated his oath of office to protect and defend the Constitution. Meaning, he's no longer President. Same with his VP and cabinet, all of whom took the same oath. Thus, his Presidential Orders can be ignored.
Congrats on the Pulitzer, even if the WaPo did have the nerve to announce it as "Ann Telnaes, until recently a political cartoonist for The Post’s Opinions page, was awarded her second win."
Congratulations on your Pulizer Prize! Your cartoons are always spot on. Thank you for adding a little levity to my life.