I describe Trump's condition as "demon derangement syndrome". He is evil to his core. He is dangerous to the world. As a USAF Veteran who served in Intel from '62 - '66 receiving an Honorable Discharge and three commendations, I wonder how these young Troops regard Trump. JFK was my Commander-in-Chief, then Johnson. I revered our president. Fast forward to today. I see nothing reverent about Trump. Nothing to be respected or to be proud of. I see a man to be pitied, scorned, disliked; even despised. He is a man consumed with personal grievances who launders those grievances on the world stage routinely. I simply wish he would grow up and shut up. Trump is a cruel and relentless crybaby. We, the people, and especially our Troops, deserve better. As does the world at large.
They are legal, but rarely used. The military is already bound by law to the UCMJ and the Espionage Act. NDAs do not override legal obligations to report to Congress.
The Mad King on full display. When will it stop? When will the cowardly Republicans do something, ANYTHING, to stop him? Given that Trump's MAGA base is jumping ship over Epstein. But they do nothing. Thanks, Speaker Sycophant Johnson, for doing less than nothing. Shameless.
Thank you for clarifying Article I of the Constitution giving only Congress certain Rights.
Off course zi had to read it and found other interesting Congressional Rights granted by the Constitutionβ if only they would utilize them.
Briefly:
Section 8 contains but is not limited to:
βTo define and punish Piracies and Felonies committed on the high Seas, and Offences against the Law of Nations;β
βTo declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water;β
βTo raise and support Armies, but no Appropriation of Money to that Use shall be for a longer Term than two Years;β
β¦
βTo provide for calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, suppress Insurrections and repel Invasions;β
βTo provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, the Militia, and for governing such Part of them as may be employed in the Service of the United States, reserving to the States respectively, the Appointment of the Officers, and the Authority of training the Militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress;β
He started with a certain General Kelly, his first chief of staff, who called his boss a "fucking asshole. Then he prevailed upon his "Secretary of War" to call all of the Generals and Admirals to Washington to deliver a similar message as today's in Japan to lower ranking officers (presumably) and their troops or seamen. This is so pathetic and contrary to the laws and traditions of our military services. As you said, Steven, it sounded like a campaign address where he or his handlers place a bunch of morons who feed on his every word. Here in Japan, though, I'd guess that his railling fell on deaf ears. And to all, keep in mind that all servicemen take the same oath at their enlistment, "To fight all enemies, foreign and domestic, and protect and defend the Constitution of the United States of America."
Thank You Steven ...I am losing all hope.. if we don't have an economic boycott soon I don't see what is going to change things. The gop is in charge .. They don't have a conscience ..I think they only thing they will understand is pressure from all of us . Call out sick if you can. All of us seniors refuse to spend our money... No shopping online or stores .no movies or theater or restaurants .. I think that is maybe what will wake them up or not..Businesses won't like it.. No need to fill the tanks because no one is going anywhere. Why doesn't some of our leaders start a movement to do something. The 2026 election is to far away .. What if he decides to bull doze the whole White House so he can put in a "better" building ? What or who is to stop him .. Maybe he will use Mar -a -Lago as his winter WH while they construct a brand new building. Somebody do something. lost in america.
I hate to say this, but Iβm not sure that is a reliable news site or news report. That says it came out 6 hours ago. Someone else should have picked it up - like the AP.
They also used a photo from before it was demolished which seemed odd.
Such a big story should have been easy for you to verify. (I also check what AI tells me because sometimes it is old or not exactly what I want. Google AI provides links to articles it pulled info from.)
A Virginia couple sued the Trump administration on Thursday in an attempt to halt the ballroom project. Charles and Judith Voorhees asked a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order to stop further destruction to the mansion, saying the project moved forward "without legally
required approvals or reviews." READ MORE: Who's paying for Trump's
$300 million ballroom? Several preservation groups have expressed
concern in recent weeks about the project, which is the first major change to the
exterior of the White House in 83 years. Collectively, their separate statements said a more transparent and thorough review process was needed before the ballroom
project got underway.
Communication about how the ballroom project would affect the main structure of the building was confusing from the beginning, said Priya Jain, chair of the Society of Architectural Historiansβ Heritage Conservation Committee.
I suspect they are tiring of him. Mike Johnson previously said DJT was trolling about 2028. This time he said, smiling, βthereβs no pathβ for a 3rd term & theyβve discussed it. That means DJT was called out publicly as a lame duck by not just the Speaker but the guy before being speaker who led the effort in the House to finagle away around certifying Bidenβs election (as a Constitutional attorney).
Steven, All I can think of lately is, I hope someone (our side) is communicating with the Military! Otherwiseβ¦..! The other thingβ¦I laugh sardonically when you spoke regarding what Congressβ responsibility is! Checks and Balancesβ¦Possibly they think it a Childβs Board Game!
I describe Trump's condition as "demon derangement syndrome". He is evil to his core. He is dangerous to the world. As a USAF Veteran who served in Intel from '62 - '66 receiving an Honorable Discharge and three commendations, I wonder how these young Troops regard Trump. JFK was my Commander-in-Chief, then Johnson. I revered our president. Fast forward to today. I see nothing reverent about Trump. Nothing to be respected or to be proud of. I see a man to be pitied, scorned, disliked; even despised. He is a man consumed with personal grievances who launders those grievances on the world stage routinely. I simply wish he would grow up and shut up. Trump is a cruel and relentless crybaby. We, the people, and especially our Troops, deserve better. As does the world at large.
Steven I saw a report that he was also requiring some top military officials to sign NDAβs. That has to be illegal.
They are legal, but rarely used. The military is already bound by law to the UCMJ and the Espionage Act. NDAs do not override legal obligations to report to Congress.
Thanks Judy didnβt know this. Thatβs what I love about this platform, always learning something new.
Those in Japan witnessed the pain we endure daily.
Embarrassing for our country.
The Mad King on full display. When will it stop? When will the cowardly Republicans do something, ANYTHING, to stop him? Given that Trump's MAGA base is jumping ship over Epstein. But they do nothing. Thanks, Speaker Sycophant Johnson, for doing less than nothing. Shameless.
Thank you for clarifying Article I of the Constitution giving only Congress certain Rights.
Off course zi had to read it and found other interesting Congressional Rights granted by the Constitutionβ if only they would utilize them.
Briefly:
Section 8 contains but is not limited to:
βTo define and punish Piracies and Felonies committed on the high Seas, and Offences against the Law of Nations;β
βTo declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water;β
βTo raise and support Armies, but no Appropriation of Money to that Use shall be for a longer Term than two Years;β
β¦
βTo provide for calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, suppress Insurrections and repel Invasions;β
βTo provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, the Militia, and for governing such Part of them as may be employed in the Service of the United States, reserving to the States respectively, the Appointment of the Officers, and the Authority of training the Militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress;β
This was helpful to read
https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/article-1/
He started with a certain General Kelly, his first chief of staff, who called his boss a "fucking asshole. Then he prevailed upon his "Secretary of War" to call all of the Generals and Admirals to Washington to deliver a similar message as today's in Japan to lower ranking officers (presumably) and their troops or seamen. This is so pathetic and contrary to the laws and traditions of our military services. As you said, Steven, it sounded like a campaign address where he or his handlers place a bunch of morons who feed on his every word. Here in Japan, though, I'd guess that his railling fell on deaf ears. And to all, keep in mind that all servicemen take the same oath at their enlistment, "To fight all enemies, foreign and domestic, and protect and defend the Constitution of the United States of America."
I saw our soldiers watching him and hearing him speak. I lot of them were laughing. Oh how naΓ―ve they are. Truly makes me so sad.
Thank You Steven ...I am losing all hope.. if we don't have an economic boycott soon I don't see what is going to change things. The gop is in charge .. They don't have a conscience ..I think they only thing they will understand is pressure from all of us . Call out sick if you can. All of us seniors refuse to spend our money... No shopping online or stores .no movies or theater or restaurants .. I think that is maybe what will wake them up or not..Businesses won't like it.. No need to fill the tanks because no one is going anywhere. Why doesn't some of our leaders start a movement to do something. The 2026 election is to far away .. What if he decides to bull doze the whole White House so he can put in a "better" building ? What or who is to stop him .. Maybe he will use Mar -a -Lago as his winter WH while they construct a brand new building. Somebody do something. lost in america.
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HOW TO DO IT??? There's the rub.
Yes sigh
I know
But at least itβs halted hopefully long term
Hopefully he is forced to pay to have it restored
I hate to say this, but Iβm not sure that is a reliable news site or news report. That says it came out 6 hours ago. Someone else should have picked it up - like the AP.
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https://federalnewsnetwork.com/government-shutdown/2025/10/trump-administrations-shutdown-layoffs-remain-on-hold-following-court-ruling/
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β’ UsaMidiaβs credibility: Media Bias/Fact Check rates USAmidia Right-Biased with Very Low factual reporting.
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The linked article itself: Itβs labeled under βNFL,β mixes celebrity clickbait,
provides no docket number, no order text, and claims a **$10B National Trust for Historic
They also used a photo from before it was demolished which seemed odd.
Such a big story should have been easy for you to verify. (I also check what AI tells me because sometimes it is old or not exactly what I want. Google AI provides links to articles it pulled info from.)
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Thanks for raising the issue
My thoughts as well.
Thanks let me check
Link
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/the-east-wing-of-the-white-house-has-been-demolished-heres-a-look-at-its-history
Found a lawsuit
No decision
Still looking
NPR has this
A Virginia couple sued the Trump administration on Thursday in an attempt to halt the ballroom project. Charles and Judith Voorhees asked a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order to stop further destruction to the mansion, saying the project moved forward "without legally
required approvals or reviews." READ MORE: Who's paying for Trump's
$300 million ballroom? Several preservation groups have expressed
concern in recent weeks about the project, which is the first major change to the
exterior of the White House in 83 years. Collectively, their separate statements said a more transparent and thorough review process was needed before the ballroom
project got underway.
Communication about how the ballroom project would affect the main structure of the building was confusing from the beginning, said Priya Jain, chair of the Society of Architectural Historiansβ Heritage Conservation Committee.
NPR
Still searching thanks
Halting an already-finished demolition? My, how forceful of SCOTUS.
Footnote to my comments: Paul Krugman's description of Trump in AlterNet 27 OCT: "grandiose, snarling, whining toddler."
We are all in deep doo doo. π©
Sad and scary, and half of Congress is not doing its duty and failing the people.
Only half!!!
That fact does not give the DEMS a pass.
I suspect they are tiring of him. Mike Johnson previously said DJT was trolling about 2028. This time he said, smiling, βthereβs no pathβ for a 3rd term & theyβve discussed it. That means DJT was called out publicly as a lame duck by not just the Speaker but the guy before being speaker who led the effort in the House to finagle away around certifying Bidenβs election (as a Constitutional attorney).
https://apnews.com/article/trump-third-term-house-speaker-mike-johnson-2a1702ca962b3d914bd8a216de64bb14
Steven, All I can think of lately is, I hope someone (our side) is communicating with the Military! Otherwiseβ¦..! The other thingβ¦I laugh sardonically when you spoke regarding what Congressβ responsibility is! Checks and Balancesβ¦Possibly they think it a Childβs Board Game!