Trump/Admin Policies

mickeyrat

fraud you say? somalis are the devil incarnate right? 

huh. weird....

Walmart has long been a facilitator of fraud on a mass scale, a ProPublica investigation found. More than $1 billion in fraud losses were routed through the company’s financial services between 2013 and 2022.

Read more (published Jan. 2024): https://propub.li/4ssY6JL

Halifax2TheMax

* The following opinion is mine and mine alone and does not represent the views of my family, friends, government and/or my past, present or future employer. US Department of State: 1-888-407-4747.

Bottom yet? Not even close. And some wonder where the calls for “international” courts and justice are as it relates to Venezuela. Laughable.  The US does not respect international relations, courts, or justice. It couldn’t be more clear.

Outrage as Trump withdraws from key UN climate treaty along with dozens of international organisations

Experts decry move to leave UNFCCC as ‘embarrassing’ as president orders withdrawal from 66 international groups

Donald Trump has sparked outrage by announcing the US will exit the foundational international agreement to address the climate crisis, cementing the US’s utter isolation from the global effort to confront dangerously escalating temperatures.

In a presidential memorandumissued on Wednesday, Trump withdrew from the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), along with 65 other organizations, agencies and commissions, calling them “contrary to the interests of the United States”.

The UNFCCC treaty forms the bedrock of international cooperation to deal with the climate crisis and has been agreed to by every country in the world since its inception 34 years ago. The US Senate ratified the treaty in October 1992.

Trump has, however, routinely ridiculed climate science as a “scam” and a “hoax” and has actively hobbled clean energy projects and other climate policies as president, attempting to force the US and other countries to stay wedded to the fossil fuels that are driving disastrous heatwaves, storms, droughts and conflicts that imperils billions of people around the world.

“This is a shortsighted, embarrassing and foolish decision,” said Gina McCarthy, who was a top climate adviser to Joe Biden’s White House.

“As the only country in the world not a part of the UNFCCC treaty, the Trump administration is throwing away decades of US climate change leadership and global collaboration. This administration is forfeiting our country’s ability to influence trillions of dollars in investments, policies and decisions that would have advanced our economy and protected us from costly disasters wreaking havoc on our country.”

Manish Bapna, president of the Natural Resources Defense Council, said Trump’s decision to exit the UNFCCC is an “unforced error” and “self-defeating” as it will further hamper the US’s ability to compete with China, which is increasingly dominant in the world’s burgeoning clean energy technology industries.

“While the Trump administration is abdicating the United States of America’s global leadership, the rest of the world is continuing to shift to cleaner power sources and take climate action,” Bapna said.

“The Trump administration is ceding the trillions of dollars in investment that the clean energy transition brings to nations willing to follow the science and embrace the cleanest, cheapest sources of energy.”

Underscoring the administration’s hostility to any measure to deal with a climate that is now hotter than at any point in human civilization, the White House memo also states that the US will pull out from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the UN’s top climate science body, as well as an assortment of other international environmental organizations, including the International Renewable Energy Association, the International Solar Alliance and the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

Last year, Trump said the US would exit the Paris climate deal, in which countries agreed to limit dangerous global heating, while the administration also declined to send a delegation to UN climate talks in Brazil.

As the UNFCCC treaty was ratified by the Senate, it is unclear whether Trump can unilaterally scrap it, or whether a future president will be able to rejoin the framework without a further Senate vote. “Letting this lawless move stand could shut the US out of climate diplomacy forever,” said Jean Su, energy justice director at the Center for Biological Diversity.

Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, said in a statement that the agreements jettisoned by the administration on Wednesday are “often dominated by progressive ideology and detached from national interests”.

The climate crisis is, in fact, a matter of scientific consensus and is already taking a measurable and growing toll upon economies and people’s lives. In the US, record numbers of major extreme weather disasters are forcing insurers to flee states, undermining the country’s property market. Scientists have warned that global temperatures are set to breach previously agreed thresholds, which will trigger further worsened calamities.

“On the one-year anniversary of the wildfires that stole dozens of lives, thousands of homes and the sense of safety for millions as it reduced Los Angeles communities to ash, Trump is making it clear he has no interest in protecting Americans from the rapidly increasing impacts on our health and safety of the worsening climate crisis,” said Loren Blackford, executive director of the Sierra Club. “This is not leadership. It is cowardice.”

Al Gore, the former US vice-president and climate activist, told the Guardian: “The Trump Administration has been turning its back on the climate crisis since day one, removing the United States from the Paris Agreement, dismantling America’s scientific infrastructure, curbing access to greenhouse gas emissions data, and ending essential investments in the clean energy transition.”

“They’ve done this at the behest of the oil industry, so that billionaires can rake in even more money while polluting our planet and endangering people in America and around the world,” Gore said.

Other organizations and agencies that the US will quit include the Carbon Free Energy Compact, the United Nations University, the International Cotton Advisory Committee, the International Tropical Timber Organization, the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation, the Pan-American Institute for Geography and History, the International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies and the International Lead and Zinc Study Group.

The state department said additional reviews are ongoing.

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/07/trump-international-groups-un

Spiritual_Chaos

Lerxst1992 said:

HughFreakingDillon said:

Lerxst1992 said:

Get_Right said:

josevolution said:

Get_Right said:

josevolution said:

Get_Right said:

PJ_Soul said:

Trump didn't get his 51st state, but now he has a fucking colony to pillage while throwing in all the mistakes of Iraq for good measure. WOW. Honestly, this barely even seems like reality. 

There is weak infrastructure and unstable politics with billions in oil that is ripe for the taking. Very much reality. This is not Iraq. There is no threat of military action. This is Trump seeing an undeveloped billion dollar oil field and finding a reason to take it. I would guess the oil companies will line his pockets. That is normal for US politicians.

Venezuela population is 20 million and about half supported Maduro! They are not just going to open up the oil fields and welcome Americans with open arms Americans will die in Venezuela, you’d do good to read a letter from an American American oil company’s are not lining up to head there to set up camp, you make it sound like it’s a walk in the park. 

That is why he sent in the military, to secure access. Venezuela cannot compete with US troops, and has been a sanctioned country and a place where Americans are advised not to travel. They do not have the money or the infrastructure to access the oil. Not a walk in the park but the money will talk. Not saying it is right, but calling it like I see it. 

80 Venezuelan civilians killed and it’s considered a success 

I do not have a good answer and there was probably a better way to achieve the same objective. It was an invasion to secure oil. But I did say the country could not come close to defending against the US military. My problem is that we will never know the extent of any negotiations, which usually happens before military action. But it is really transparent, no resources are being deployed to stabilize other countries that do not have oil.   

Ok Tim, you win, didnt see this. But it’s rare to have a conservative member looking for commentary instead of just dropping a bomb and leaving.

From the folks that are not happy with this US action (I am in that category as well) I believe the forum has been silent regarding Venezuela ignoring international law with respect to the money stolen. It’s leaned on heavily for the righteous in other topics, and that’s not even the UNGA as it is here.

in the context of kidnapping the leader of a foreign sovereign nation, the "money that was stolen" isn't relevant. Maduro is a POS, obviously, as many have said. Doesn't justify taking over the country to steal their oil using the guise of "democracy". 

I fully disagree with what Trump is doing, however Venezuela has defied international law, stolen hundreds of billions of dollars. I’m fairly certain there are topics where the left points to international law when determining right vs.wrong in life and death problems. However not when it comes to this topic.

Lol. That "however"

Lerxst1992

Spiritual_Chaos said:

Lerxst1992 said:

HughFreakingDillon said:

Lerxst1992 said:

Get_Right said:

josevolution said:

Get_Right said:

josevolution said:

Get_Right said:

PJ_Soul said:

Trump didn't get his 51st state, but now he has a fucking colony to pillage while throwing in all the mistakes of Iraq for good measure. WOW. Honestly, this barely even seems like reality. 

There is weak infrastructure and unstable politics with billions in oil that is ripe for the taking. Very much reality. This is not Iraq. There is no threat of military action. This is Trump seeing an undeveloped billion dollar oil field and finding a reason to take it. I would guess the oil companies will line his pockets. That is normal for US politicians.

Venezuela population is 20 million and about half supported Maduro! They are not just going to open up the oil fields and welcome Americans with open arms Americans will die in Venezuela, you’d do good to read a letter from an American American oil company’s are not lining up to head there to set up camp, you make it sound like it’s a walk in the park. 

That is why he sent in the military, to secure access. Venezuela cannot compete with US troops, and has been a sanctioned country and a place where Americans are advised not to travel. They do not have the money or the infrastructure to access the oil. Not a walk in the park but the money will talk. Not saying it is right, but calling it like I see it. 

80 Venezuelan civilians killed and it’s considered a success 

I do not have a good answer and there was probably a better way to achieve the same objective. It was an invasion to secure oil. But I did say the country could not come close to defending against the US military. My problem is that we will never know the extent of any negotiations, which usually happens before military action. But it is really transparent, no resources are being deployed to stabilize other countries that do not have oil.   

Ok Tim, you win, didnt see this. But it’s rare to have a conservative member looking for commentary instead of just dropping a bomb and leaving.

From the folks that are not happy with this US action (I am in that category as well) I believe the forum has been silent regarding Venezuela ignoring international law with respect to the money stolen. It’s leaned on heavily for the righteous in other topics, and that’s not even the UNGA as it is here.

in the context of kidnapping the leader of a foreign sovereign nation, the "money that was stolen" isn't relevant. Maduro is a POS, obviously, as many have said. Doesn't justify taking over the country to steal their oil using the guise of "democracy". 

I fully disagree with what Trump is doing, however Venezuela has defied international law, stolen hundreds of billions of dollars. I’m fairly certain there are topics where the left points to international law when determining right vs.wrong in life and death problems. However not when it comes to this topic.

Lol. That "however"

Are you representing that they didn’t break international law?

is it possible for the left to have reasoned debate without all the strawman and ad hominem? 

HughFreakingDillon

Lerxst1992 said:

Spiritual_Chaos said:

Lerxst1992 said:

HughFreakingDillon said:

Lerxst1992 said:

Get_Right said:

josevolution said:

Get_Right said:

josevolution said:

Get_Right said:

PJ_Soul said:

Trump didn't get his 51st state, but now he has a fucking colony to pillage while throwing in all the mistakes of Iraq for good measure. WOW. Honestly, this barely even seems like reality. 

There is weak infrastructure and unstable politics with billions in oil that is ripe for the taking. Very much reality. This is not Iraq. There is no threat of military action. This is Trump seeing an undeveloped billion dollar oil field and finding a reason to take it. I would guess the oil companies will line his pockets. That is normal for US politicians.

Venezuela population is 20 million and about half supported Maduro! They are not just going to open up the oil fields and welcome Americans with open arms Americans will die in Venezuela, you’d do good to read a letter from an American American oil company’s are not lining up to head there to set up camp, you make it sound like it’s a walk in the park. 

That is why he sent in the military, to secure access. Venezuela cannot compete with US troops, and has been a sanctioned country and a place where Americans are advised not to travel. They do not have the money or the infrastructure to access the oil. Not a walk in the park but the money will talk. Not saying it is right, but calling it like I see it. 

80 Venezuelan civilians killed and it’s considered a success 

I do not have a good answer and there was probably a better way to achieve the same objective. It was an invasion to secure oil. But I did say the country could not come close to defending against the US military. My problem is that we will never know the extent of any negotiations, which usually happens before military action. But it is really transparent, no resources are being deployed to stabilize other countries that do not have oil.   

Ok Tim, you win, didnt see this. But it’s rare to have a conservative member looking for commentary instead of just dropping a bomb and leaving.

From the folks that are not happy with this US action (I am in that category as well) I believe the forum has been silent regarding Venezuela ignoring international law with respect to the money stolen. It’s leaned on heavily for the righteous in other topics, and that’s not even the UNGA as it is here.

in the context of kidnapping the leader of a foreign sovereign nation, the "money that was stolen" isn't relevant. Maduro is a POS, obviously, as many have said. Doesn't justify taking over the country to steal their oil using the guise of "democracy". 

I fully disagree with what Trump is doing, however Venezuela has defied international law, stolen hundreds of billions of dollars. I’m fairly certain there are topics where the left points to international law when determining right vs.wrong in life and death problems. However not when it comes to this topic.

Lol. That "however"

Are you representing that they didn’t break international law?

is it possible for the left to have reasoned debate without all the strawman and ad hominem? 

Ironic that you are invoking strawman when you are the one giving a “however…”. The US government violated international law. Full stop. 

There are literally dozens of other examples of corrupt oligarchs that have committed similar crimes and, oh look! Trump either ignores those or PARDONS THEM. Stop falling for MAGA spin. 

HughFreakingDillon

Trump probably fantasizes about being able to murder and dissolve a journalist without repercussions. 

gimmesometruth27

HughFreakingDillon said:

Trump probably fantasizes about being able to murder and dissolve a journalist without repercussions. 

my bet is he has already done it. or at least ordered it.

Gern Blansten

He murdered CBS for sure. What a fucking joke that place is now.

Tim Simmons

now?

HughFreakingDillon

cutz

mickeyrat said:

ALTNATPARKSERVICE adbook post....

What a mess. This is a straight-up “trust me” approach dressed up as policy.

In a striking reversal of past nutrition guidance, the Trump administration released new dietary guidelines that flip the food pyramid on its head, putting steak, cheese, and whole milk near the top.

The new guidance centers on a handful of clear shifts. It encourages Americans to eat more red meat, explicitly promotes cooking with butter and beef tallow, and plays down long-standing concerns about saturated fat. At the same time, it pulls back from earlier emphasis on plant-forward diets, whole grains, and vegetable-based oils like olive or canola. The document itself is also far shorter than previous versions, offering little explanation or sourcing for its recommendations.

For decades, federal nutrition advice was built around moderation and risk reduction. Red meat was something to limit, not avoid entirely, and animal fats were treated cautiously in favor of plant-based alternatives. That framework came from decades of large-scale studies linking high saturated fat intake to increased risks of heart disease and other chronic illnesses.

This new document takes a different approach. Instead of carefully weighing tradeoffs or acknowledging uncertainty, it presents animal fats and red meat as foods people should actively embrace. Butter and beef tallow are framed as preferred cooking options, despite the fact that the broader scientific consensus around saturated fat has not significantly changed.

What’s just as notable is what the guidelines downplay. There is far less attention paid to dietary patterns that have consistently shown strong health outcomes, such as Mediterranean-style eating. Whole grains, legumes, and plant-based fats (once central to federal guidance) receive minimal focus. The tone is less about balance and more about correction, as though earlier advice was fundamentally wrong.

Many of these positions echo long-standing arguments made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., particularly the claim that mainstream nutrition science has been misguided or compromised. What the document does not clearly explain is why decades of existing research should now be discounted, or what new evidence warrants such a sharp reversal.

This reflects a decisive philosophical shift away from cautious, evidence-heavy public health guidance toward a simpler, more ideological view of what Americans should eat.

It's like they want people to die earlier? And, with the not-so-great Health cuts that just went into effect for Millions of Americans, that will happen? 

And we have ICE shooting ( murdering?) American citizens too.

gimmesometruth27

Gern Blansten said:

He murdered CBS for sure. What a fucking joke that place is now.

cbs is an example of what is going to happen to all networks if trump is not stopped.

it is all about money and the billionaires getting more money and more power. that is it.

they want you stupid so they can manipulate you. not the actual you of course. 

Get_Right

Trump learned from his first term. It took him time to impose the 301 tariffs by following the APA rules. Take action and then deal with the consequences later. To be clear, I am not saying I agree, but that is what is happening. They can stop him but it will take so much time that the damage will, and has been, done. NYC slumlord rules. Fuck you now sue me later.

Bentleyspop

cutz said:

mickeyrat said:

ALTNATPARKSERVICE adbook post....

What a mess. This is a straight-up “trust me” approach dressed up as policy.

In a striking reversal of past nutrition guidance, the Trump administration released new dietary guidelines that flip the food pyramid on its head, putting steak, cheese, and whole milk near the top.

The new guidance centers on a handful of clear shifts. It encourages Americans to eat more red meat, explicitly promotes cooking with butter and beef tallow, and plays down long-standing concerns about saturated fat. At the same time, it pulls back from earlier emphasis on plant-forward diets, whole grains, and vegetable-based oils like olive or canola. The document itself is also far shorter than previous versions, offering little explanation or sourcing for its recommendations.

For decades, federal nutrition advice was built around moderation and risk reduction. Red meat was something to limit, not avoid entirely, and animal fats were treated cautiously in favor of plant-based alternatives. That framework came from decades of large-scale studies linking high saturated fat intake to increased risks of heart disease and other chronic illnesses.

This new document takes a different approach. Instead of carefully weighing tradeoffs or acknowledging uncertainty, it presents animal fats and red meat as foods people should actively embrace. Butter and beef tallow are framed as preferred cooking options, despite the fact that the broader scientific consensus around saturated fat has not significantly changed.

What’s just as notable is what the guidelines downplay. There is far less attention paid to dietary patterns that have consistently shown strong health outcomes, such as Mediterranean-style eating. Whole grains, legumes, and plant-based fats (once central to federal guidance) receive minimal focus. The tone is less about balance and more about correction, as though earlier advice was fundamentally wrong.

Many of these positions echo long-standing arguments made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., particularly the claim that mainstream nutrition science has been misguided or compromised. What the document does not clearly explain is why decades of existing research should now be discounted, or what new evidence warrants such a sharp reversal.

This reflects a decisive philosophical shift away from cautious, evidence-heavy public health guidance toward a simpler, more ideological view of what Americans should eat.

It's like they want people to die earlier? And, with the not-so-great Health cuts that just went into effect for Millions of Americans, that will happen? 

And we have ICE shooting ( murdering?) American citizens too.

Here is my theory...if there are any laws or policies that are good for ALL residents of America then the leaders of the current regime want to reverse them.

Unfortunately the millions of brainwashed cultists support this because it's better to show fealty to their 🍊 🤡 💩 savior than to support policies that are good for your friends,  families, and neighors.

Halifax2TheMax

* The following opinion is mine and mine alone and does not represent the views of my family, friends, government and/or my past, present or future employer. US Department of State: 1-888-407-4747.

So much winning. Tired of winning yet? “Since 2003”. Bahahahahahahaha, suckers!

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• The US economy added just 50,000 jobs in December, according to the latest monthly report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

• The unemployment rate ticked down to 4.4% from a revised 4.5%.

• The latest data means 2025 saw the weakest annual job growth since 2003, with just 584,000 jobs added last year.

• While the Federal Reserve cut rates three times last year in order to support a flailing labor market, December’s improved unemployment rate makes an interest rate cut unlikely at the central bank’s rate-setting meeting later this month.

https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/us-jobs-report-december-01-09-2026

gimmesometruth27

trump is wearing a pin of himself on his lapel today.

yeah, that is normal.

mickeyrat

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Bentleyspop

josevolution

Bentleyspop said:

😂

HughFreakingDillon

my guess is, he's been using this "takeover" narrative to use it as leverage to secure the ability to send the military there, like the last paragraph states. Invading would potentially mean R's in the senate break from him and might even go as far as the 25th or impeachment and removal. I don't think he has the support from that side he once did. Not for something this insane.