What has Trump done now?

[rgmwa]

Unfortunately, there isn't any upside for the Australian Government to openly criticise the Trump administration's domestic activities within the US or complain that he doesn't care about the Constitution. Netanyahu's ruthless destruction of a neighbouring country is not in the same category as what Trump does within the US borders. We also benefit from what goes on at Pine Gap and the other facilities in terms of intelligence and security, so they are not going to be closed. However, I don't think Albo would be silly enough to sign up to Trump's new scheme.

[facthunter]

I'm not as cynical as you appear to be. I've followed politics from an early age. I've always Believed the world NEEDS good Politicians/ Leaders and My mind has not changed except Maybe the feeling is even stronger. I was Born into WW2. in a Coal and steel Town. Air raid shelters Tank Traps  searchlights  Blacked out windows  War news all the time. Nev

[rgmwa]

No, I'm not cynical. I think Albo's doing a good job, as is Penny Wong and others, but they have to pick their battles wisely. The world certainly need good politicians and leaders but there are plenty of examples of bad ones. 

[old man emu]

Maybe it is wise for Australia to keep its head down and not make any noise so that the big boys ignore us.

[rgmwa]

Trump has written a letter to Norway about Greenland and the Nobel Peace Prize: 

According to both Bloomberg and Reuters, in his letter to the Norwegian leader, Trump wrote: “Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace.”

“Although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper for the United States of America,” the letter said.

The President then bashed Denmark, saying it cannot protect Greenland from Russia or China, and questioned its claim over the Arctic territory, saying: “There are no written documents; it’s only that a boat landed there hundreds of years ago, but we had boats landing there, also.”

Trump ends the letter saying: “The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland.”

According to PBS Newshour’s Nick Schifrin, who first reported on the matter, the letter has been forwarded by the National Security Council staff to multiple European ambassadors in Washington.

[facthunter]

The decision to award Peace Prizes has NOTHING to do with the Norwegian Gov't.. Trump says HE NEVER READ any BOOKS and it shows. He's IGNORANT VAIN and VENGEFUL and a Menace to ORDER. and FAIR PLAY. Nev

[red750]

President Donald Trump has upgraded his "Mister Tariff" nickname for something more regal.

 

Taking to Truth Social yesterday (January 17), he posted a black-and-white photo of himself with the words "Mister Tariff" above the image, but then immediately followed up with another post with the same photo, but this time it had the words "The Tariff King" instead.

 

It's not the first time Trump has declared this nickname for himself, at a White House event on rural health care on Friday, he told reporters, "I’m the tariff king and the tariff king has done a great job."

[onetrack]

He's got a real thing about being a King. He can't wangle being named King of America, so he'll find other "Kingly" names for himself. His mindset is that of a 5 yr old.

[facthunter]

I  wish HE was FAR KING Gone B4 he does More damage. 

[red750]

Speaking of Kings, he is the first president NOT to recognise Martin Luther King Day.

[facthunter]

 Well HE was BLACK. wasn't HE?  Don't forget DONNY MADE UP all the "Birther" Claims about OBAMA  . (Knowing full well they were FALSE)  Later saying" WELL IT DID the Job didn't it? " Nev

[red750]

US 'Prepares For Cyber Attacks' On World Cup Nation as Donald Trump Sends Warning

 

The United States are weighing up the possibility of cyber attacks on World Cup nation Iran, according to a new report.

The BBC report that over 540 people have been killed in Iran as part of an escalating government crackdown on protesters nationwide.

The Human Rights Activist News Agency says that 495 protesters are verified to have been killed, along with 48 security personnel.

President Donald Trump has threatened to intervene over the ongoing situation, warning that he would hit Iran 'very, very hard where it hurts' if security forces continued to target demonstrators and protesters.

A spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs told the state broadcasters that 'diplomatic channels remain open with the US', as per BBC News, and that the nation's leaders have contacted the US to 'negotiate'.

US media outlets are reporting that Trump has been presented with military options to intervene, though officials have warned that it is too early at present to proceed.

A meeting is due to held on Tuesday, with officials said to be preparing options for Trump to target Iran with non-lethal measures.

One of those is said to be the deployment of 'secret cyber weapons against Iranian military and civilian sites'.

According to Reuters, communication and Internet services have been 'blacked out' by the Iranian authorities over the past four days since the government crackdown began, with any cyber attacks, if they occur, potentially able to aid in restoring Internet access.

Trump says that he will discuss the situation with multi-trillionaire Elon Musk, whose SpaceX company uses Starlink technology.

Iran have qualified for the FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico this summer.

They have been drawn in a group alongside Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand - and could have been drawn against the US.

Standing alongside White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, Trump told reporters on Sunday: "There seem to be some people that aren't supposed to be killed.

"These are violent - if you call them leaders, I don't know if they're leaders. They rule through violence.

"But we're looking at it very seriously. The military's looking at. We're looking at some very strong options. We'll make a determination.

"We may get the Internet going if that's possible. We may speak to Elon, because as you know he's very good at that kind of thing. He's got a very good company.

"So we may speak to Elon Musk. In fact, I'm going to call him as soon as I'm finished with you."

 

[facthunter]

Bit Like "OUR GANG" in a Cubby House run by the Village IDIOT whose MUM owns the Lolly SHOP.  Nev

[red750]

He's upset that the Iranian military are conducting a purge on protesters who may not be guilty, while his own brownshirts are conducting a purge on innocent families in America because he thinks they are all criminals. Launching smoke bombs into a car with 6 kids in it, killing a mum trying to escape from his masked armed thugs.

[red750]

[Jerry_Atrick]

Chumpo has earned the last one, to be fair.

[Jerry_Atrick]

On 16/01/2026 at 5:31 AM, nomadpete said:

I do hope she gets something more worthwhile tan a autographed DJT promotional merchandise bag.

 

The joke in the kitchen is where I stopped watching, but it was funny (in my childish mind, anyway):

 

 

[red750]

Fred Trump Sr., father of President Donald Trump, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (which may have a hereditary aspect) in the early 1990s. As his condition worsened, family members created a setup at the Trump Organization office in Brooklyn where he could continue going to work daily, sorting and signing blank pieces of paper to maintain the illusion of productivity and keep him calm. This "pretend office" arrangement lasted into his final years, allowing his routine while shielding him from agitation at home.

Donald Trump's niece, Mary L. Trump, detailed in her book how her grandfather's dementia led to memory loss and disorientation, prompting such accommodations. Reports indicate the phone on his desk was rigged to only reach his secretary, reinforcing the pretense of authority. Fred Sr. died in 1999 at age 93 after nearly a decade of decline.

[Marty_d]

43 minutes ago, red750 said:

 Fred Sr. died in 1999 at age 93 after nearly a decade of decline.

Let's hope his son dies younger. About 13-14 years younger would be good.

 

At least 24 years younger would have saved us from both presidencies but that shit has sailed.

 

 

 

 

 

Edited 8 hours ago by Marty_d

[Litespeed]

Albo has said he will not be joining the Trumpist gang and needs to focus on domestic issues...

 

A polite way of saying fuck off.

[onetrack]

The NY Times has ripped Trump a new one, with a headine article outlining the endless Trump personal greed....

 

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/01/20/opinion/editorials/trump-wealth-crypto-graft.html?unlocked_article_code=1.F1A.Ynrv.OQ52hwdiBxQN&smid=url-share

[facthunter]

Perilous Poorline  JUST Loves Trump. Got an Invite to More A Leggo with Gorgeous Gina Not Long ago. I hope they don't think Australian Sheela's  look like THAT sample. Nev

[nomadpete]

2 hours ago, facthunter said:

. I hope they don't think Australian Sheela's  look like THAT sample. Nev

More importantly, I hope nobody starts to think that all Australians sound like her.

[onetrack]

It could've been worse, it could've been Sussan Ley, who can't even pronounce her own name properly - sort of like J D Vance, who doesn't even know what his real name is.

[facthunter]

Good Ole SUSS won't be around Long. . 3 "SHADOWY" Opposition Ministers lose their folios for crossing the floor. Banana boy says you can come for Poorline but its Hard to make the decision WTF. What IS HE ON about?  Hanson's PHON ey show will  SELF DESTRUCT, OVER WHO is the BOSS and MANY other things that  BIG EGOS can't cope with. Nev

Edited 22 minutes ago by facthunter
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