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Trump-Hating Pulitzer Prize-Winning Political Cartoonist Arrested for Allegedly Possessing Child Porn

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A Trump-hating, Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist whose syndicated work has appeared in newspapers, such as The Washington Post, was arrested for allegedly possessing child pornography in California. Authorities say 49-year-old Darrin Bell had child pornography and AI child pornography in his home. AI-generated child sexual abuse is also illegal in California.

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Bell’s political cartoons largely focused on President Donald Trump and other Republicans.

California authorities say Bell is the first person arrested for possession of AI child pornography in the state. AI-generated child sexual abuse became illegal in California at the start of 2025. He is being held on $1 million bond.

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