President Trump has certainly made headlines at the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey. When questioned about the recent skirmishes with Iran and what effect the ongoing military standoff has on negotiations, Trump said of his Iranian counterparts, “They’re scum.” He said the memorandum of understanding (MOU) has run its course.
“I think it’s over. I don’t want to deal with them anymore; they’re scum…. They’re led by sick people, and they’re vicious, violent people,” he told reporters. “There’s something wrong with them. They’re cuckoo. As far as I’m concerned, it’s [the ceasefire is] over.”
The president’s comments come after Iran attacked three commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and the U.S. retaliated. The administration has also pulled its authorization for Iran to export oil, though it will honor previously granted passage rights.
As for continuing negotiations with Iran, Trump said his team could continue the talks “if they want,” though it’s “a waste of time.”
Oil prices immediately jumped after his comments and the U.S. air strikes on Iran, including on Kharg Island. The stock market also tanked.
Despite all those domestic and international costs, let me say that this is the Trump I love and voted for. He calls it like it is, and takes action accordingly.
Bravo. Keep it up, Mr. President. Bomb the “scum” into the Dark Ages if that’s what it takes, but keep the oil for us.
