Trump Warns Putin on Missile Test, Highlights US Submarine Power

Response to Russian Missile Test

• 💡 President Trump responded to Russia's test of a new 8,000-mile missile by emphasizing the US's superior nuclear submarine capabilities, stating they are "right off their shore."
• 🎯 He asserted that the US does not need to test missiles over such distances due to its submarine power and that "we're not playing games with them either."

Criticism of Putin's Actions

• ⚠️ Trump criticized Putin's focus on missile testing, stating he "ought to get the war ended" in Ukraine.
• 💬 He pointed out that the war, which he believes should have lasted only a week, is now in its fourth year.

Stance on EU Sanctions and Assets

• ❓ When asked about the EU using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's defense, Trump deferred, stating "That's up to EU."
• ❓ Regarding additional sanctions against Russia, he cryptically replied, "You'll find out."

Revitalizing US Shipbuilding

• 🚢 Trump highlighted the importance of increasing US ship building to counter China, referencing trade deals with South Korea and Japan.
• 🚀 He expressed a commitment to bringing back the shipbuilding industry, noting that companies are beginning to build ships in the US again.
• ⚓ He recalled the US's dominance in shipbuilding during World War II, contrasting it with a period of decline due to what he described as "wokey and stupid and weak" policies.