Because it’s a global market; and he’s just claimed to add 20% to it.Trump is now going to add 20% to the price of everything that travels through the Strait of Hormuz? What's the constitutional authority under which he can exact tolls on global transport? pic.twitter.com/ijZq36Oxzx
— James Surowiecki (@JamesSurowiecki) July 13, 2026
Aside from the fact it’s simply extortion. He’s turned the U.S. Navy into the Somali pirates.🏴☠️
Much closer to reality, actually.Yes, sir. You keep the strait, sir. Very good job. This way, sir. Watch your step. Yes, you'll be reimbursed. Have a lie down now. Lunch is in an hour. You're the guardian of the strait now. Press the call button if you need anything. https://t.co/o87bpinA7n
— The Shallow State (@OurShallowState) July 13, 2026
Rubio (06/23) : No country is allowed to charge tolls or fees on an international waterway.
— Maine (@TheMaineWonk) July 13, 2026
Trump (7/23): 20% on All Cargo Shipped.
Marco Rubio finding out he has to be the Hormuz Toll Collector: pic.twitter.com/oiYN0JVOdq
When Donald made sure the mentally declining Fred sr had an office to go to and someone to type out his memorandums he also probably made sure none of those letters actually got mailed. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
ReplyDeleteThe staff could tell Trump the money is pouring in, he’d never know the difference.
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