Trump Presidency

[Vertigo 7]

MAGA thinks

they should know better than to do things they're not good at. They should leave that up to faux news like they always have.

[chew-ie]

MAGA thinks

they should know better than to do things they're not good at.

Indeed, after all MAGA (and the whole lot of the far-right extremists) isn't about intelligence. It's about fear.

[Skism]

Feels (via UK based media) like Trump's been a little quiet for a few days. Worried it's akin to a WW2 Doodlebug...

We can take bets:

- Iran

- Health Issue

- Golfing

- Crypto Scheme

- Busy dealing with Epstein fallout behind the scenes

Ok who had:https://www.reuters.com/world/alberta-s ... 026-02-12/


Encouraging parts of your neighbours to separate?

[matthewfarmery]

Looks like FedEx is the first major company to file a lawsuit against the US government, over refunds. The problem is, this is going to be very messy. As FedEx did pass the cost onto the consumer. Which means, they / FedEx will unlikely pay the money back (the consumer). So this will end up costing the consumer even more.

Problem is, the Supreme court didn't address this, it might be up to a lower court to address this, then challenged again. But if FedEx is the first major company to demand Tariff money back, it will open the floodgates for more.

In this case, there going to be no happy ending here.

[matthewfarmery]

Guess what, Trump is now saying, that China interfered with the 2020 election, As a new memo has dropped detailing emerency powers that Trump can use to suppress the midterms.

https://www.democracydocket.com/news-al ... emergency/

Read the full memo:

The President of the United States may invoke emergency powers in response to an election emergency involving foreign interference, provided certain statutory and procedural requirements are met. The authority to do so primarily derives from the National Emergencies Act (NEA) and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Under the NEA, the President is authorized to declare a national emergency if an extraordinary situation arises that necessitates the use of special or extraordinary powers conferred by Congress. Such a declaration must be transmitted to Congress and published in the Federal Register. 50 USCS § 1621, 50 USCS § 1631. The NEA also requires the President to specify the statutory provisions under which emergency powers will be exercised, either in the declaration itself or through subsequent executive orders. 50 USCS § 1631.

The IEEPA further grants the President authority to address “unusual and extraordinary threats” originating outside the United States that impact national security, foreign policy, or the economy. This authority includes the ability to regulate or prohibit transactions involving foreign property or interests, provided the President has declared a national emergency under the NEA. 50 USCS § 1702, 50 USCS § 1701, United States v. Anvari-Hamedani, 378 F. Supp. 2d 821 (2005). For example, Executive Order 13848, issued under the IEEPA and NEA, declared a national emergency to address foreign interference in U.S. elections, citing such interference as an extraordinary threat to national security and foreign policy . Appendix A to Part 579— Executive Order 13848, EO 14024 Executive Order 14024 of April 15, 2021 Blocking Property With Respect To Specified Harmful Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation.

Judicial precedent also underscores the constitutional limitations on the President’s emergency powers. In, Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. v. Sawyer, 343 U.S. 579 (1952). [T]he Supreme Court held that the President does not possess inherent emergency powers absent statutory authorization, emphasizing the need for congressional approval to exercise extraordinary authority. 50 USCS § 1622.

In conclusion, the President may utilize emergency powers to address foreign interference in elections, provided the requirements of the NEA and IEEPA are satisfied, and the actions taken fall within the scope of statutory authority. These powers are subject to procedural safeguards and judicial review to ensure compliance with constitutional and statutory limits.

hopefully this will get shutdown. But if Trump declares an emergency, then America can kiss the midterms goodbye. Still, they would have to prove that china did interfere. But I don;t see that happening. But it just shows how desperate Trump is to control the midterms any way possible.

[Usenko]

There's real debate as to whether the Federal government has the slighest authority over the midterms in the first place, given that they're administered by the states.

I think he's just looking for a way of ignoring the result if (when) it's not what he wants. "The result is invalid, they wouldn't let me fix the foreign interference problem."

[chew-ie]

So...

...Trump installed tarifs - and no one in the US state apparatus knew beforehand that he isn't allowed to do that?
...Trump ordered an attack on Iran - and no one in the US military knew beforehand that the congress need to decide that?

Is this some secret knowledge or is there no mentoring for new staff once a new regime took over...? At least the military should be aware of what they are allowed to do. Right? Maybe it's time that the US not only has the nuclear suitcase but also a war declaration suitcase...

[Vertigo 7]

its not that simple. the military isn't ordered to go to war. they're ordered to carry out specific tasks. now the ones issuing those orders, IE the orange one and dude bro, know full well they're committing acts of war without congressional approval. in this instance, they're the only ones that can be held responsible for the broader actions of the military. Note, I'm not talking about specifics like targeting civilians and other war crimes.

[chew-ie]

its not that simple. the military isn't ordered to go to war. they're ordered to carry out specific tasks. now the ones issuing those orders, IE the orange one and dude bro, know full well they're committing acts of war without congressional approval. in this instance, they're the only ones that can be held responsible for the broader actions of the military. Note, I'm not talking about specifics like targeting civilians and other war crimes.

I see. Surely some of the higher ranks involved went to some kind of advanced [military] school to learn about basic public international law..? Or are those ranks handed out for doing the most pushups? ...or is the US military that jaded that being on foreign soil & firing weapons isn't counted as an act of war anymore? (let alone bombarding leaders of a country...)

[esd]

That would be West Point, where officers learn to office. Hegseth has apparently gutted the curriculum.

[decifer]

Or they're just fine with it.

Key Military Personnel Replaced by Trump
General C.Q. Brown Jr.: Fired as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff less than two years into his term. He was replaced by retired Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine.
Admiral Lisa Franchetti: Removed as Chief of Naval Operations; she was the first woman to lead the U.S. Navy.
Admiral Linda Fagan: Relieved of her position as Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
General James Slife: Fired as Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force.
Judge Advocates General: The top military lawyers for the Army, Navy, and Air Force were all replaced.
Other High-Ranking Officials: Recent reports from February 2026 indicate continued removals, including the head of the Defense Intelligence Agency and several other senior commanders.

https://share.google/aimode/736ApqLChWTzyzVeR

Notice the Judge Advocates General, the guys who are in charge of determining whether orders and actions are legal or not.

[humility925]

MAGA thinks

they should know better than to do things they're not good at.

Indeed, after all MAGA (and the whole lot of the far-right extremists) isn't about intelligence. It's about fear.

It's mostly come from pride, or proud rather than fears. It's not right, it's petty much whole people. left/right, all come down to it pride/proud that lead problem for everyone. "Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall"

[clakclak]

American companies are about to have a big payday, as a court rules against a refund delay when it comes to the illegal tariffs. Customers who most likely paid increased prices on at least some of the items will fund the payout with their taxpayer money. Great success!

Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/federa ... eme-court/

[matthewfarmery]

New reports about Trump's health, there is a visible rash on Trump's neck,

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/02/us/p ... -neck.html

From the WH, they are claiming, that Trump is getting some common cream, and this is the side effect. But, from other experts that have commented, it could be pre cancer condition or Syphilis. But again, the WH isn't telling the public the truth about his health. Also, he has been seen with this rash, far longer then what the WH has said. As they originally tried to cover this up, and claim it's not a big deal.

So, we have a sick, and mentally gone man, who is burning things down, so he can rule over the ashes.

OH yes, I think this is the side that the so called assassin suppose to hit, notice there is no scar or damage. So, clearly that was fake.

[Chips]

OH yes, I think this is the side that the so called assassin suppose to hit, notice there is no scar or damage. So, clearly that was fake.

It's *literally* right there. Here are other recent pictures:

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/que ... 03439.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/02/us/p ... srael.html

Don't forget, several people were hit and one died at the time.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce586kxjvnyo

"So, clearly that was fake".

No. It really isn't.

As for the rash, old man be falling apart.

*edit* Started looking for old photos while bored; not sure I actually see the difference compared to old and new.
https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/detail/ne ... to/2832544

Still don't think it means hoax!

[clakclak]

Trump is saying that America will cut off all trade with the nation of Spain, after Spain refused to allow the American army to use its basis to attack Iran. America currently exports goods worth around $27 billion to Spain and imports goods worth $20 billion. Spain is in the EU so it is questionable how a complete trade embargo from America would even work.


Source: https://english.elpais.com/usa/2026-03- ... spain.html

Source on Trade numbers: https://oec.world/en/profile/bilateral- ... artner/esp

[TSM]

Just when you think trump can't get any stupider he rises to the challenge.

[chew-ie]

Spain should answer with a visitors tax for US tourists and explain them as compensation for lost trade due to Trumps trade embargo.

*scnr*

Why U.S. Travelers Are Spending More Than Ever In Spain
@source: forbes.com

[clakclak]

Spain should answer with a visitors tax for US tourists and explain them as compensation for lost trade due to Trumps trade embargo.

*scnr*

Why U.S. Travelers Are Spending More Than Ever In Spain
@source: forbes.com

Btw as a fellow fan of our dear chancellor, you will be pleased to hear that he was sitting in the Cuck chair next to Trump when Trump began talking about Spain and when he was asked if he would support an embargo of Spain he did begin to talk about Spain's defence expenditure, basically stabbing our european allies in the back to not make Trump angry.

[TSM]

Spain should answer with a visitors tax for US tourists and explain them as compensation for lost trade due to Trumps trade embargo.

*scnr*

Why U.S. Travelers Are Spending More Than Ever In Spain
@source: forbes.com

Btw as a fellow fan of our dear chancellor, you will be pleased to hear that he was sitting in the Cuck chair next to Trump when Trump began talking about Spain and when he was asked if he would support an embargo of Spain he did begin to talk about Spain's defence expenditure, basically stabbing our european allies in the back to not make Trump angry.

lot of European leaders urgently need a spine transplant, any leader who does not condemn the unlawful attack on Iran is as guilty as trump and netty.