The entire US election was basically one giant Photoshop battle

So many sweet, sweet photoshops.
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Sam Haysom
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LONDON -- Sometimes, there's only one way to combat nerves, or tension, or downright shock: sweet, relentless Photoshop battling.

As US election day unfolded, Reddit's r/photoshopbattles subreddit was busy capturing the key moments -- and photoshopping the hell out of them.

Things kicked off with the moment Donald peaked over at Melania when they were voting.

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Obviously, there was a joke about hand size.


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Others, meanwhile, thought it looked like he'd been caught cheating in a test.

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Things escalated quickly.

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Next, there was that memorable Trump cake.

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One Redditor was quick to make a Muppets comparison.

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And then the Trump family watching the election results come in.

Someone decided to add Eric Trump's smile to everyone in the room, with unnerving results.

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And it wasn't long before the cake made a return.

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Finally, the White House got the Photoshop treatment.

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People began imagining how it might look different under its new president.

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Perhaps it could be customised in a subtle way?

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Or maybe, a slightly less subtle way?

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Strong work, internet.

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Sam Haysom

Sam Haysom is the Deputy UK Editor for Mashable. He covers entertainment and online culture, and writes horror fiction in his spare time.

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