5 hours ago, webfact said:

Donald Trump and Republican Senator Bill Cassidy engaged in a heated exchange at the U.S. Capitol on Thursday, reflecting growing tensions within the Republican Party over the administration's handling of the conflict with Iran.

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Speaking to reporters after Trump's lunch meeting with Senate Republicans, Cassidy said the president confronted him over his support for a war powers resolution designed to limit the administration's ability to resume military action against Iran without congressional approval.

According to Cassidy, Trump asked: “Why would anybody vote for the War Powers Act?” The Louisiana senator said he responded by asking whether the question was rhetorical or whether the president genuinely wanted an answer.

Cassidy, one of four Republican senators who backed the measure earlier this week, said Trump pressed him for a response. The senator said he then challenged the administration's handling of the conflict, arguing that a military campaign Trump had suggested would last four weeks had instead stretched to four months without achieving U.S. objectives.

The senator said he told Trump he would continue supporting war powers resolutions until lawmakers received a briefing addressing his concerns about the conflict. Cassidy described the exchange as increasingly tense, saying the president raised his voice and that he responded in kind.

“He did not particularly care for my comments,” Cassidy said, adding that the discussion went “back and forth” before he decided to sit down and de-escalate the confrontation.

Cassidy, who recently lost re-election to a challenger endorsed by Trump, defended his actions, saying he had no regrets about pressing for more information from the administration.

“I make no apologies for standing up to the president,” he said. Cassidy added that he believed lawmakers and the public deserved greater transparency and said he would not be intimidated into dropping the issue.

Questions on Britain

Later, during an Oval Office appearance alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Trump criticized several NATO allies, including the United Kingdom, Italy and Spain, for refusing to allow the United States to use military bases on their territory for offensive operations against Iran.

During a question-and-answer session with reporters, Trump was asked about Andy Burnham, who is widely viewed as a leading contender to become Britain's next prime minister.

Trump said he knew little about Burnham, describing him as someone who had been “the mayor of a town,” an apparent reference to Burnham's role as mayor of Greater Manchester.

The president added that he had heard Burnham was “extremely liberal” and suggested such views could affect energy policy. Trump again promoted expanded oil and gas development in the North Sea, saying he had previously advised Prime Minister Keir Starmer to pursue additional drilling.

Energy Remarks

Trump returned to the issue later in the discussion, linking Starmer's support for wind energy and opposition to new North Sea drilling licences to his political difficulties.

The president claimed that Starmer's refusal to shift toward expanded oil exploration had contributed to his loss of office, although that assertion was inaccurate.

The remarks underscored Trump's continued interest in British politics and energy policy while highlighting divisions within his own party over military action and congressional oversight of the conflict with Iran.

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He can't stop being a clown of the world (more the murderous clown of Stephen King's book)

I still agree with Trump on his views on Energy in the UK and on mass migration.

If he ran for office in the UK, a great many who work for a living in the UK would support him and his views.

I don't say he gets it right all the time and is prone to gaffs, but on those two issues, he's right.

The UK because of environmental issues buys a lot of oil from Norway, and where do they get that oil?

The North Sea......................who has all the platforms and rigs in the North Sea doing nothing or decommissioned?....................... The UK.

All these problems, where the UK has the most expensive utility bills in Europe, are down to Starmer and Milliband and their stupid net-zero policies, bankrupting Britain.

He stepped into the quicksand or was pushed into it and now is trying to get out. But those who try to pull him out are countered by those who try to keep him there. Time (or petrol reserves) is running out and the <deleted>e will hit the fan in a spectacular way if it continues for a couple of months.

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Senator Bill Cassidy

So that's one senator not on the payroll of israel.

5 hours ago, webfact said:

The senator said he told Trump he would continue supporting war powers resolutions

It was not law, only a resolution by Senate simple majority with support from only four Republican Senators. Notably two Republican Senators were absent whose votes could have blocked the resolution.

But in the broader political landscape Trump believes that his Presidential authority is not bound by any Congressional or Judicial action, ie., as a King.

5 minutes ago, Srikcir said:

It was not law, only a resolution by Senate simple majority with support from only four Republican Senators. Notably two Republican Senators were absent whose votes could have blocked the resolution.

But in the broader political landscape Trump believes that his Presidential authority is not bound by any Congressional or Judicial action, ie., as a King.

It does not matter, Law /Resolution it is how it is "persevered" and it is a slap on the hand for trump, which he did not like !!

43 minutes ago, Scouse123 said:

I still agree with Trump on his views on Energy in the UK and on mass migration.

If he ran for office in the UK, a great many who work for a living in the UK would support him and his views.

I don't say he gets it right all the time and is prone to gaffs, but on those two issues, he's right.

The UK because of environmental issues buys a lot of oil from Norway, and where do they get that oil?

The North Sea......................who has all the platforms and rigs in the North Sea doing nothing or decommissioned?....................... The UK.

All these problems, where the UK has the most expensive utility bills in Europe, are down to Starmer and Milliband and their stupid net-zero policies, bankrupting Britain.

You comment is very provocative.

However, I'm sure you don't mean it, honestly 😂

1 hour ago, Scouse123 said:

I still agree with Trump on his views on Energy in the UK and on mass migration.

If he ran for office in the UK, a great many who work for a living in the UK would support him and his views.

I don't say he gets it right all the time and is prone to gaffs, but on those two issues, he's right.

The UK because of environmental issues buys a lot of oil from Norway, and where do they get that oil?

The North Sea......................who has all the platforms and rigs in the North Sea doing nothing or decommissioned?....................... The UK.

All these problems, where the UK has the most expensive utility bills in Europe, are down to Starmer and Milliband and their stupid net-zero policies, bankrupting Britain.

The minimum wage was raised, workers’ rights were strengthened, waiting lists in the public health system (NHS) were reduced, half a million children were lifted out of poverty, and even the economy grew despite difficult conditions – albeit only slowly. Even on the controversial issue of immigration, the numbers have gone down.

10 minutes ago, newbee2022 said:

You comment is very provocative.

However, I'm sure you don't mean it, honestly 😂

The minimum wage was raised, workers’ rights were strengthened, waiting lists in the public health system (NHS) were reduced, half a million children were lifted out of poverty, and even the economy grew despite difficult conditions – albeit only slowly. Even on the controversial issue of immigration, the numbers have gone down.

Starmer promised "change" and somehow managed to deliver a slightly different version of the same disappointment.

In less than two years we've had tax rises on businesses, attacks on winter fuel payments, welfare reform chaos, farming inheritance tax rows, endless U-turns, falling popularity, and an economy still struggling to find second gear.

He's managed the rare achievement of upsetting pensioners, farmers, businesses, trade unions, the left, the right, and quite a few of his own MPs all at the same time.

The government's idea of leadership often seems to be announcing a policy on Monday, defending it on Tuesday, reconsidering it on Wednesday, and quietly abandoning it by Friday.

We were promised bold change after 14 years of Conservative rule. What we've got is higher taxes, lower expectations, and a masterclass in how to turn a landslide victory into a political headache.

14 minutes ago, Scouse123 said:

Starmer promised "change" and somehow managed to deliver a slightly different version of the same disappointment.

In less than two years we've had tax rises on businesses, attacks on winter fuel payments, welfare reform chaos, farming inheritance tax rows, endless U-turns, falling popularity, and an economy still struggling to find second gear.

He's managed the rare achievement of upsetting pensioners, farmers, businesses, trade unions, the left, the right, and quite a few of his own MPs all at the same time.

The government's idea of leadership often seems to be announcing a policy on Monday, defending it on Tuesday, reconsidering it on Wednesday, and quietly abandoning it by Friday.

We were promised bold change after 14 years of Conservative rule. What we've got is higher taxes, lower expectations, and a masterclass in how to turn a landslide victory into a political headache.

I don't agree with you. Most of your mentioned dissapointments are strongly related to world's economy derailed by Donald Trump and in addition Putin's war.

It matters not only UK but all EU countries too. So, to improve UK's place in EU it was the best step to move closer and very close to the EU market again.

Unfortunately the populace didn't follow him, expecting the government's benefit as a hammock for comfortable life.

And unfortunately they fell for right wing Nazi speech, promising whatever it takes to come to power. Good night, Britain then.

7 minutes ago, newbee2022 said:

I don't agree with you. Most of your mentioned dissapointments are strongly related to world's economy derailed by Donald Trump and in addition Putin's war.

It matters not only UK but all EU countries too. So, to improve UK's place in EU it was the best step to move closer and very close to the EU market again.

Unfortunately the populace didn't follow him, expecting the government's benefit as a hammock for comfortable life.

And unfortunately they fell for right wing Nazi speech, promising whatever it takes to come to power. Good night, Britain then.

Inheritance tax for farmers in the UK is Trump's fault? Not opening up the North Sea rigs is Trump's fault. Authoritarian crackdown on free speech is Trumps fault? Tax increases is Trump's fault? Mass immigration is Trumps fault? Woke ideologically based policies is Trump's fault? Oh wait! I forgot. Everything is Trump's fault for those that suffer.

1 hour ago, Scouse123 said:

If he ran for office in the UK, a great many who work for a living in the UK would support him and his views.

Why not invite him in, or wait until Farage takes over the helm? What has Trump done for the working people in the US?

4 hours ago, newbee2022 said:

He can't stop being a clown of the world (more the murderous clown of Stephen King's book)

I am reminded of the Trash Can Man. Who I recall (many years ago read) also had the potential to immolate the world in a nuclear conflagration.

More and more Republicans are beginning to wake up to the fact that trump is NOT the best person to be leading the USA. In fact, they are beginning to see him as one of the WORST people to hold office! And I'm just surprised that it's taken them this long.
Remember all those campaign promises to improve the lot of Middle America? None have materialized. In fact, the lives of Middle America have gotten much worse, with rising prices everywhere; gas, food, housing, transportation, clothing, electronics... just about everything has gone up significantly since trump took office!
Ask the father of a family of four which he'd prefer: lower food and medical costs, or start a war with a foreign country that can not be won? Better health services for single parents, or a $400 million ballroom?

2 hours ago, dinsdale said:

Inheritance tax for farmers in the UK is Trump's fault? Not opening up the North Sea rigs is Trump's fault. Authoritarian crackdown on free speech is Trumps fault? Tax increases is Trump's fault? Mass immigration is Trumps fault? Woke ideologically based policies is Trump's fault? Oh wait! I forgot. Everything is Trump's fault for those that suffer.

Update

Special shout out to POTUS and Lynsey Graham for helping the two Senators who previously opposed common sense foreign policy .

Senate walks back rebuke of Trump over Iran war

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/06/24/politics/senate-walks-back-iran-war-powers-vote

The article reports Trump's crticism of the UK permit the use of some of its airbases to launch 'offensive' missions agaist Iran. That was true but after being squeezed Starmer agreed to the use of airbases for 'defensive' missions. Now US bombers could be loaded and fly to Iran targets and drop bombs because Trump needed to and not because he wanted to.

Readers may recall an International furore over the use of cluster munitions. By reclassifying them as 'area denial munitions' the problem went away.😀

12 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

Inheritance tax for farmers in the UK is Trump's fault? Not opening up the North Sea rigs is Trump's fault. Authoritarian crackdown on free speech is Trumps fault? Tax increases is Trump's fault? Mass immigration is Trumps fault? Woke ideologically based policies is Trump's fault? Oh wait! I forgot. Everything is Trump's fault for those that suffer.

Narrow minded people with a fascistic tunnel view nobody can help. It's a conspiracy's maga group, deluded to the bone.

God sake, you're not a member.

21 minutes ago, BusyB said:

I am reminded of the Trash Can Man. Who I recall (many years ago read) also had the potential to immolate the world in a nuclear conflagration.

Yeah, that's another fictive figure. Thanks

3 hours ago, dinsdale said:

Inheritance tax for farmers in the UK is Trump's fault? Not opening up the North Sea rigs is Trump's fault. Authoritarian crackdown on free speech is Trumps fault? Tax increases is Trump's fault? Mass immigration is Trumps fault? Woke ideologically based policies is Trump's fault? Oh wait! I forgot. Everything is Trump's fault for those that suffer.

Well, your comment is a perfect example when someone don't answer and/or can't understand being blind for reality.

In this way it's useless to continue any conversation.

I'll give you only this to think over:

Trump is indeed responsible for derailed economy: Iran, Venezuela, .

And to dig for oil is proven stupid because with rising CO2 prices oil products will be increasing more expensive. Alternative Energies are the solution.

In general -coming back to UK- you can only spend what you earn. Therefore saving is the current order.

The hammock-mentality doesn't work anymore.

I'm sure you wouldn't admit. It's not necessary to answer.

Senate Reverses Course on Trump Iran War Rebuke

The US Senate has reversed course on a rebuke of President Donald Trump’s handling of the conflict with Iran, rejecting an effort to advance a war powers resolution just one day after approving a similar measure aimed at limiting the president’s authority.

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1397468-senate-reverses-course-on-trump-iran-war-rebuke/

Typical yanks say one thing do the other !!! one of the many reason the world is turning its back on the USA

Its amazing,cassidy has found his voice and now can argue freely just like so many before him when they are on there way out they remember Trump is an asse.

To be honest I'm sure most would prefer for them to show there true thoughts whilst in power

Trump in Shouting Match With GOP Senator Over Iran Vote

Republicans know they are in big trouble come the mid-terms as they well suffer the brunt of the public anger over Trump's public insanity.

Trump in Shouting Match With GOP Senator Over Iran Vote

Here is Cassidy's problem which is the Republican's problem. They are afraid of the American public, but they are twice as afraid of the Israeli lobby. But they know when US citizens finally figure out that they care more for Israeli money and Israeli interests, they are sunk. Not that Democrats are any different, they aren't, but they can pretend to be for an election or two because average American voters are dumber than a bag of concrete on a humid day and the majority can be sway significantly by blatant propaganda.

5 minutes ago, connda said:

Trump in Shouting Match With GOP Senator Over Iran Vote

Republicans know they are in big trouble come the mid-terms as they well suffer the brunt of the public anger over Trump's public insanity.

The mid-terms are no longer the given the left would like to say it is. The communist nutters winning in NY should send a shiver through mainstream America. Along with this getting rid of race based gerrymanders brings seats needed a lot closer together.

1 hour ago, connda said:

Trump in Shouting Match With GOP Senator Over Iran Vote

Here is Cassidy's problem which is the Republican's problem. They are afraid of the American public, but they are twice as afraid of the Israeli lobby. But they know when US citizens finally figure out that they care more for Israeli money and Israeli interests, they are sunk. Not that Democrats are any different, they aren't, but they can pretend to be for an election or two because average American voters are dumber than a bag of concrete on a humid day and the majority can be sway significantly by blatant propaganda.

Agree, and i think that lobbying, in America politics is a fatal flaw, I see lobbying as just pure corruption ! giving money to an elected official to make him vote for what you want instead of for the good of the people is just corruption, it is time Americans woke up to this practice

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1 hour ago, connda said:

Trump in Shouting Match With GOP Senator Over Iran Vote

Republicans know they are in big trouble come the mid-terms as they well suffer the brunt of the public anger over Trump's public insanity.

Ok !! lets be really realistic, Trump lose the midterms it means he is just a lame duck president for the rest of his term shouting cheating and tying up the courts

he gets impeached and it gets passed ! trump being a narcissist as he is, he will not go again years in court so the question is How do you get rid of him out of office ???

1 hour ago, dinsdale said:

The mid-terms are no longer the given the left would like to say it is. The communist nutters winning in NY should send a shiver through mainstream America. Along with this getting rid of race based gerrymanders brings seats needed a lot closer together.

1 hour ago, dinsdale said:

The mid-terms are no longer the given the left would like to say it is. The should send a shiver through mainstream America. Along with this getting rid of race based gerrymanders brings seats needed a lot closer together.

You have know idea what communism is !! Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani won the New York City mayoral election, he is not a communist !!

Democratic socialism is not the same as communism. While both originate from socialist theory, they differ significantly in their end goals, economic structures, and methods for achieving political change.Democratic socialism seeks change through peaceful, democratic, and evolutionary processes one of the aims to reduce inequality through taxation, universal social programs (e.g., universal healthcare), and workplace democracy This is Far from communism as you can get, i think you need to educate yourself in political science rather than post B/S

1 hour ago, MikeandDow said:

You have know idea what communism is !! Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani won the New York City mayoral election, he is not a communist !!

Democratic socialism is not the same as communism. While both originate from socialist theory, they differ significantly in their end goals, economic structures, and methods for achieving political change.Democratic socialism seeks change through peaceful, democratic, and evolutionary processes one of the aims to reduce inequality through taxation, universal social programs (e.g., universal healthcare), and workplace democracy This is Far from communism as you can get, i think you need to educate yourself in political science rather than post B/S

Politics

The problem is that socialism always fails.

1 hour ago, MikeandDow said:

Democratic socialism is not the same as communism

Socialism is a system in which the government (the people) owns the means of production. The same goes for communism. The major difference is the class structure.

The 13-year-old simply cannot handle dissent on any level. The power has gone completely to his tiny head and he demands absolute fealty now. What a punk. What a creep. What a loser. What a street scum, corrupt parasite.

I don’t think he has a coherent value structure as most of us understand it. I think we’re seeing a president who’s operating without anything any of us would recognize as a conscience. Truly.

It is about showing what he can get away with. It’s about showing his enemies that what they support, he can tear down. It is all about displays of brute strength. He gets off on that, and in that sense, it seems not so much an autocracy but a flexocracy. Let me show you how I can flex my bicep as I use it to power my fist coming into your face.

It’s not about any coherent values. It’s not about any North Star. It’s about showing that you can turn the boat 180 degrees around and that you can do whatever you want and you can bring the people who opposed you to their knees.

Oh happy day when someday in the not too distant future the entire world might be able to go a few hours without having to see trumps fat orange face or endure his non stop teen girl type tweets , his blantant lies, his refusal to ever admit he is wrong, his disregard for the rule of law and the constitution...not to mention his non stop grifting corruption insider trading pardons and hawking all sorts of worthless products like a late night tv huckster.

Just hoping that all of the boot licking congress and ceo's and media go down as well when the trump train finally goes to the bottom of the deep blue (or green) sea.