Trump Declares 'My Morality' Sole Limit on Power, Rejects Global Rules

• President Trump stated his authority as commander in chief is limited only by his "own morality," rejecting international law and external checks on U.S. power.
• He articulated a worldview prioritizing national strength over treaties and conventions, contrasting with the post-World War II system of alliances and norms.
• Trump described using unpredictability and force for "coercive diplomacy," citing a call with Gustavo Petro after threats to Colombia regarding Venezuela.
• He highlighted actions like the U.S. strike on Iran’s nuclear program and renewed interest in Greenland as decisive leadership, questioning NATO's value.
• Domestically, Trump suggested workarounds for judicial restraints and reiterated willingness to invoke the Insurrection Act for domestic troop deployment.

Why It Matters: Trump asserts his personal morality is the sole limit on his power, rejecting international law and external constraints.