Judging Freedom COL. Lawrence Wilkerson: Trump Delusional over Tariffs and Iran.
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Apr 3, 2025 COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a military and foreign policy expert, shares his critical views on current U.S. leadership and policy. He discusses the damaging consequences of tariffs on the economy and farmers, showcasing a misunderstanding of their impact. Wilkerson also delves into military support for Ukraine amid rising tensions with Russia and explains the delicate balances in U.S. commitments to Taiwan and Iran. His candid critique highlights the urgent need for reevaluation of American foreign policy and leadership.
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European Dependence on the U.S.
- European leaders are overly reliant on the U.S. militarily.
- They lack the resources and infrastructure to become independent forces.
Von der Leyen's Delusions
- Ursula von der Leyen's call for increased European defense spending is delusional.
- She lacks the military authority to make such claims and ignores the reality of Europe's dependence on the U.S.
Coalition of the Willing
- The "coalition of the willing" was a term used by Donald Rumsfeld during the Bush administration.
- It highlighted the limited support for the U.S.'s military interventions, with only a few countries like Australia and Britain actively participating.