IHIP News Trump Panics Over Being Charged with War Crimes; The ICC Is Coming For Him
Dec 22, 2025
Trump and his allies are in a panic over potential ICC war crime charges. Discussion centers on their attempts to undermine the court’s authority. The hosts tackle serious allegations of military torture and the normalization of violence in U.S. foreign policy. They also critique the lack of accountability and enforcement challenges facing the ICC. With a historical lens, they compare current actions to past abuses, highlighting a troubling continuum in U.S. aggression. The segment ends with a call for bipartisan accountability for past crimes.
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ICC Rule Change As A Preemptive Move
- Jennifer Welch argues Trump seeks to change ICC rules to avoid investigation of him and top officials.
- She views threats of sanctions as evidence they fear accountability in 2029.
Netanyahu Warrant Signals ICC Resolve
- Angie Pumps Sullivan compares the ICC's warrant for Netanyahu to potential action against Trump.
- She reasons that the ICC's firmness on Netanyahu signals credibility toward future probes.
Lack Of ICC Enforcement Yet Real Fear
- Jennifer Welch notes the ICC lacks direct enforcement power over states like the U.S.
- She sees their concern as indicating the alleged crimes must be severe despite limited ICC reach.