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@nexta_tv It has long been known that the strength of the US Army is primarily due to "we have a lot" and not to "we are good" or even "we are the best".

⚠️Ukrainian instructors sent to assist in the Middle East are shocked by how the US intercepts targets, according to The Times According to Ukrainian officers and instructors from the Ukrainian Armed Forces, who were involved in the defense of the Gulf countries, "the US launched as many as 8 Patriot missiles at a single enemy target, each costing over 3 million dollars," and also: "I don't understand what they were doing, what they were watching for four years while we’ve been at war."

@MrCryptoWhaleCN What nonsense! Europe has made its position very clear and has not backed down: there will be no military support!

🚨🚨🚨 THEY ALL JUST BENT THE KNEE. 🚨🚨🚨 Trump told the world → "help us secure the Strait of Hormuz, or deal with the consequences." They said NO. He pushed HARDER. Now look what just happened: 💀 🇬🇧 BRITAIN — pledged support 💀 🇫🇷 FRANCE — pledged support 💀 🇩🇪 GERMANY — pledged support 💀 🇮🇹 ITALY — pledged support 💀 🇯🇵 JAPAN — pledged support 💀 🇳🇱 THE NETHERLANDS — pledged support SIX allied nations just did a complete 180 — COUNTER to what they previously said. Do you understand what that means? ⚠️ These same countries REFUSED to help just days ago ⚠️ Trump applied pressure — and they ALL caved ⚠️ The Strait of Hormuz carries 20% of the world's oil supply ⚠️ Iran was threatening to SHUT IT DOWN permanently ⚠️ Now 6 of the most powerful militaries on Earth are joining the operation They're showing you "allies disagreeing with Trump." They're NOT showing you those same allies quietly falling in LINE when it matters. Love him or hate him — Trump just got 6 nations to reverse their position and commit military assets to the most dangerous chokepoint on the planet. In the middle of a WAR. While oil is at $119. While the world is panicking. One man applied pressure. Six nations folded. That's not diplomacy. That's LEVERAGE. Prepare accordingly. 🚨🚨🚨 If you're seeing this, the algorithm hasn't caught up yet. Follow + RT NOW. 🚨

@NJ_USA_Patriot @EricLDaugh Ask US farmers where they plan to get their fertilizer from now. The EU receives approximately 3% of its goods through the Strait of Hormuz; Asia and America receive significantly more.

@EricLDaugh They need the strait, we don't.

🚨 BREAKING: After pressure from President Trump, six American allies just PLEDGED SUPPORT to secure the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes "That's COUNTER to what they previously said!" 🔥 They are: Japan, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands KEEP PUSHING, 47! No free rides!

@EricLDaugh Fake News: Europe has made its position clear and has said nothing to the contrary: we will not participate. Germany has indicated it will offer assistance after the war (perhaps mine removal) if requested by a legitimate party.

@maria48308 Nothing needs to be repaid to other countries because these other countries were UNABLE to pay the tariffs in the first place. Tariffs are payed by americans. Theoretically, foreign traders could sue for lost business, but the chances of receiving compensation are zero.

MAGA leaving Trump. Finally these ppl are waking the fuck up. Took them long enough but I’m they’ve finally see Trump for conman, lying, trash, that he is .

@JonnyRoot_ Perhaps as a German I don't fully understand your culture. But please explain to me why the US women's team benefits from a visit with Trump? What advantages will this bring for women's ice hockey?

Instead of accepting the invitation to The White House, using it to promote pro women’s hockey better than they could ever imagine, & becoming the darlings of the nation, Team USA C Hilary Knight is passive aggressively calling out Trump & playing victim

@grok @Emmyvic_ @EricLDaugh So far with rather limited success. Is it to be expected that the tariffs will have a truly positive effect on the US economy, or hasn't the Supreme Court ruling weakened the negotiating position with trading partners? The EU has indeed put the draft trade agreement on hold.

Trump prefers executive tools for tariffs to enable fast action and strong bargaining power with trading partners, avoiding the delays, amendments, or internal GOP divisions that can arise in Congress—even with its current narrow Republican majorities (Senate 53-47 effective, House 218-214). It's less about distrust and more about efficiency in pursuing his trade agenda.

🚨 BREAKING: President Trump just told the Supreme Court Justices to their FACES that their anti-tariff ruling BACKFIRED because his tariffs will remain in place John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett are trying very hard to keep a straight face 🤣 "The Supreme Court's UNFORTUNATE involvement..." "Congressional action WILL NOT be necessary!"

@grok @Emmyvic_ @EricLDaugh Does he not trust Congress? Is he afraid of not getting a majority there for the tariffs?

Yes, in Trump's second term (as in the first), most major tariff and customs policy adjustments have been unilateral executive actions under delegated congressional authority from statutes like the Trade Act of 1974 (incl. Section 122 for temporary levies), Section 232, or Section 301—no new legislation required for each. The recent SCOTUS ruling only invalidated the broad IEEPA basis for certain global tariffs, prompting the pivot to these alternatives for continuity. Courts can still enjoin unlawful collections, but valid statutory powers allow independent action.

@grok @Emmyvic_ @EricLDaugh Weren't all customs decisions made during his second term unilateral actions without the involvement of Congress?

Yes, Trump's statement can be interpreted that way in spirit—he aims to keep the protective effect of tariffs in place overall without new congressional votes. However, the SCOTUS ruling (Feb 20) struck down the broad IEEPA-based global tariffs, so those specific collections can't legally continue as-is (courts can enjoin CBP). He's instead imposing fresh levies under Trade Act Section 122 (temporary 10-15% global, up to 150 days initially, no immediate Congress needed), framing it as continuity and "backfire" on the ruling. This avoids outright defiance while pursuing the same policy goals.

@GaryPetersonUSA Indeed, it would take all the gods in the world to grant Trump absolution after he confesses all his lies.

Families across the world will gather in front of their TVs to watch President Trump’s State of the Union, which will be the first SOTU in history to have its words approved by the spirits of Christ and Gondy combined.

@grok @Emmyvic_ @EricLDaugh Could Trump's statement not be interpreted as meaning that he wants to maintain the old import tariffs and additionally introduce new tariffs under Section 122?

Disregarding a SCOTUS ruling invalidating IEEPA-based tariffs could expose agency officials (e.g., at CBP) to civil contempt (fines, compliance orders) or criminal contempt (rare jail time, pardonable by the President). Politically, it risks escalation, lawsuits, and congressional pushback. Yes, courts can—and did here—issue injunctions directing CBP (the "tax authority" for duties) to halt collection of unlawful tariffs and process refunds where applicable. Trump isn't defying the ruling outright; he's pivoting to alternatives like Trade Act Section 122 for new levies.

@grok @Emmyvic_ @EricLDaugh What could be the consequences for Trump or his executive bodies of disregarding the court ruling? Can the court order the tax authorities not to charge US consumers the tariffs?

Trump's statement in his State of the Union address signals that despite the Supreme Court's Feb 20 ruling (6-3) striking down his broad tariffs under the IEEPA emergency law, his administration will keep tariffs in place by shifting to other authorities like Section 122 of the Trade Act (e.g., his announced 10-15% global tariffs). No new congressional approval needed, per him. Implication: trade policy continuity, potential new legal fights, and pressure on global partners for better deals.

@grok @EricLDaugh Is there any confirmation from the team regarding this?

No, President Trump cannot order the US Women's Hockey Team (or any private citizens/athletes) to the White House. There is no US law making a presidential meeting mandatory—it's always a voluntary invitation. They declined the State of the Union invite due to scheduling, but Trump stated during his address that they'll visit the White House soon.

🚨 JUST IN: President Trump reveals the US WOMEN'S Hockey Team just agreed to meet with 47 in the Oval Office Democrats are about to be FURIOUS! All the athletes want to see Trump, they can't stand it 😂

@braxson_grey @bennyjohnson That would certainly be fantastic for the US consumer. However, it can't work that way, since import duties are always paid by the buyer. The otherwise good idea of ​​increasing the purchase of domestic products cannot be achieved this way.

Trump dropping a game-changer: “As time goes by, I believe that tariffs, paid for by foreign countries, will, like in the past, substantially replace the modern-day system of income tax, taking a great financial burden off the people that I love.” Massive applause—imagine no more income tax! Foreign countries footing the bill while Americans keep more of their hard-earned money. Bold vision, pure America First genius

President Trump: “As time goes by, I believe that tariffs, paid for by foreign countries, will, like in the past, substantially replace the modern-day system of income tax, taking a great financial burden off the people that I love.”

@ghunter57 @bennyjohnson The judges didn't vote for or against anyone. That's not their job as judges. They have to examine whether an action complies with applicable law. And if there's an error, it must be pointed out. The question isn't whether the USA should pay the tariffs, but on what legal basis.

President Trump love’s us and our country. When he says he loves the American people I believe he really does. The members of the Supreme Court that voted against Tariff’s just made themselves look bad . Tonight they could have been part of the team to help make life better for Americans but instead they voted against us .

@mtngirl143 @FoxNews Why should anyone applaud? He's talking nonsense; no foreign country CAN pay the import duties.

@FoxNews And not one Democrat clapped when he said this.

PRESIDENT TRUMP: “And as time goes by, I believe the tariffs paid for by foreign countries will, like in the past, substantially replace the modern-day system of income tax, taking a great financial burden off the people that I love.”

@joni_askola It's obvious, one of the few products Europe can buy from the US that meets our minimum standards is weapons. And these purchases should reduce the US trade deficit.

It is unbelievable that Trump dares ask Europe to spend more on defense and depend less on the US, only to complain when we prioritize our own defense industry over theirs. You cannot demand self-reliance and expect us to buy American. How much of a hypocrite can one be?

@Grey_Man_X @sentdefender Depending on when one of the hospital ships would depart, if needed, an icebreaker might also be necessary to reach Greenland safely. At full power it would take 6 days from the Gulf of Mexico to Greenland, realistically 7-12.

@sentdefender Got it, so the Comfort will head that way when it’s repaired. Was that difficult?

The Pentagon has received no orders to deploy any medical vessels or other ships with the U.S. Navy to Greenland, despite President Trump’s claim Saturday that a hospital ship is “on its way” to the self-governing Danish territory in the Northern Atlantic, U.S. officials have told the Wall Street Journal. The U.S. Navy’s two hospital ships, the Norfolk-based USNS Comfort (T-AH-20) and the San Diego-based USNS Mercy (T-AH-19), which are designed as floating medical treatment facilities, are both currently in the yards in Mobile, Alabama. The Comfort is undergoing repairs that are expected to be completed in April, while the Mercy is in the middle of a one-year maintenance period that began last July.

@YourAnonCentral As a German, I reject the comparison between Trump and Hitler. Hitler was responsible for 10 million deaths across Europe. Compare Trump instead to Mussolini (fascism) or Stalin (oppression of the population – propaganda lies).

In the future finding pictures of people with Trump or wearing MAGA hats it’s going to be viewed like finding pictures of your grandparents with SS uniforms or giving thumbs up with Adolf Hitler.