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As regards criticizing Trump, this from John Bolton: The two no longer speak, so Mr. Bolton said he had no idea what Mr. Trump would decide. He was not sure if Mr. Trump knew himself. But in his experience, Mr. Bolton said, Mr. Trump was “frantic and agitated” in national security crises. “He talks to a lot of people and he’s looking for somebody who will say the magic words,” Mr. Bolton said. “He’ll hear something and he’ll decide, ‘That’s right, that’s what I believe.’ Which lasts until he has the next conversation.”

Old Jack Benny routine: Thief: Your money or your life. Benny: (Silent) Thief: YOUR MONEY OR YOUR LIFE!! Benny: I'm thinking it over.

Trump says he’ll decide whether US will directly attack Iran within 2 weeks Updated 4:18 AM GMT+7, June 20, 2025 -- BEERSHEBA, Israel (AP) — Israel and Iran exchanged more attacks on Thursday as U.S. President Donald Trump said he would make up his mind within two weeks on whether the U.S. military will get directly involved in the conflict, seeking to keep open the door to diplomacy on Tehran’s nuclear program. “Based on the fact that there’s a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks,” Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, told reporters, reading out Trump’s statement. https://apnews.com/article/israel-iran-attacks-nuclear-news-06-19-2025-b508817b78ed8d2f6067c1516215cf94 Cue 2 week think-about-it music

"I'm pleased and happy to repeat the news that we have, in fact, caught and killed a large predator that supposedly injured some bathers. But, as you see, it's a beautiful day, the beaches are open, and people are having a wonderful time. Amity, as you know, means friendship," -- cue the JAWS scary music

Trump is emphatic on any possible military intervention: "I may do it, I may not do it. Nobody knows what I'm going to do," Mr. Trump told reporters when he was asked about the U.S. taking part in the strikes on Iran's nuclear and military facilities. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-israel-war-us-trump-nuclear-sites-risk-all-out-war/

From the transcript of Trump's Army 250th parade speech: Time and again, America's enemies have learned that if you threaten the American people, our soldiers are coming for you. Your defeat will be certain, your demise will be final, and your downfall will be total and complete because our soldiers never give up, never surrender, and never, ever quit. They fight, fight, fight and they win, win, win. https://rollcall.com/factbase/trump/transcript/donald-trump-remarks-military-parade-army-250-june-14-2025/ ___________________________ From Knute Rockne's newsreel simulation of locker room Pep-talk speech 1928: And don't forget, men -- today is the day we're gonna win. They can't lick us -- and that's how it goes... The first platoon men -- go in there and fight, fight, fight, fight, fight! What do you say, men! https://archives.nd.edu/research/texts/rocknespeech2.htm

I am just questioning the legal status of a TRUTH social post as opposed to any other sort of Presidential directive or order.

Most likely correct that a TRUTH is not binding. As opposed to: (via AI quickie) Presidential proclamation: A presidential proclamation is an official announcement from the President of the United States, often used to declare national holidays, commemorate events, or announce policy changes. While some proclamations are ceremonial, others can have substantive policy implications, particularly those related to trade or immigration. They are published in the Federal Register and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations. While not always legally binding, proclamations can carry the force of law if issued under the President's constitutional or statutory authority.

I have posted several times with direct quotes from Truth Social. I am not addressing the content of those posts or who voted for what. I am just looking at to what extent if any those "Truths" are legally binding as opposed to other types of orders in writing.

Another "Truth" order on Truth Social: "ICE Officers are herewith ordered, by notice of this TRUTH, to do all in their power to achieve the very important goal of delivering the single largest Mass Deportation Program in History." https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114690267066155731 So now there are executive orders, proclamations, and "TRUTH" orders.

From the Justia link above: "Given the complexities surrounding employment and immigration law, you might find it beneficial to consult with an attorney. They can offer guidance specific to your situation and help ensure that your business remains in compliance with federal and state laws." So it isn't always cut & dry.

AP headline now: -- Trump says the US knows where Iran’s Khamenei is hiding ... So -- time for a Signal chat?

I posted this yesterday 'No Kings' topic: Yeah but if they don't read the notice in Truth Social, maybe they won't know. (They as to) ICE Officers -- but surely, they must all read Truth Social to know what they should be doing: ICE Officers are herewith ordered by notice of this TRUTH...

REDUX ftrom 1943

That's 7 questions, Mr. Interlocutor. Thanks.

I'll go with this

Then I can end it.

That's a micro issue -- this is more macro esp. as regards those hating 3 CIT judges referenced above: -- Still, Mr. Trump’s tirade has strained an already uneasy relationship with traditional legal conservatives. -- Many share the president’s goals of strengthening border security, curbing the administrative state and ending “diversity, equity and inclusion” programs, said John Yoo, a conservative law professor. But, he added, they dislike some of Mr. Trump’s methods, whether that is prolifically invoking emergency powers or insulting judges who rule against his administration.

But posted this earlier: Trump Shifts Deportation Focus, Pausing Raids on Farms, Hotels and Eateries jerrymahoney replied to annotator's topic in Political Soapbox Folks on here want to go after the LIB-tards when the folks to really watch out for are the LIB-eratarians 5 hours ago 119 replies

Shirley.

I posted this above. The 3 judges that Trump says must hate him ruled on the CIT case V.O.S. tariff case. The legal group behind the plaintiffs case is the Liberty Justice Center. One of the prime backers of LJC is Richard Uihlein. This Richard Uihlein as in the #2 donor to Trump 2024. from the above WaPo: The (Uihlein) couple founded Uline, a Wisconsin-based shipping and packaging materials company. They give to causes outside the GOP’s mainstream, helping to push the party further to the right.

ICE Officers -- but surely, they must all read Truth Social to know what they should be doing. ICE Officers are herewith ordered, by notice of this TRUTH...

Yeah but if they don't read the notice in Truth Social, maybe they won't know.

Maybe for some excitement, Trump was hoping for something like this:

ICE Officers are herewith ordered, by notice of this TRUTH, to do all in their power to achieve the very important goal of delivering the single largest Mass Deportation Program in History. https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114690267066155731 So this must be a joke again from from Trump just top send the left wingers into a tizzy. He'll say tomorrow he really didn't mean it. Just people don't appreciate his sense of humor.