Would Trump do the unthinkable and go to war with North Korea?

[Vastator]

We don't need to "nuke" them.

Knock it off with the hyperbole. We have the ability to stop their program dead in its tracks without ever employing those kinds of weapons.

Do you have any clue as to how many conventional weapons North Korea has within range and aimed at Seoul with its near 10 MILLION citizens?

How does that matter?

Really?

At the first military provocation, they would order 110,000 conventional weapons, all within easy range of Seoul, killing millions.

Seoul has had decades to prepare for this. People are going to die. That's just the way it is.

 

[easyt65]

It does not matter that Carter made North Korea's journey to obtain nukes possible.

It does not matter that Clinton's appeasement helped further their progress, allowing them to obtain nukes.

It does not matter now that Obama made it possible for Iran and North Korea to work together, resulting in North Korea acquiring a delivery system capable of striking the US while Iran gets help developing their program faster.

Now that their mess has been dumped in Trump's lap, all that matters is what we do now...

 

[Slyhunter]

The biggest deterent to North Korea firing a nuke is their knowing they would be turned into a glass parking lot immediatel after. That won't deter them long term, though.

Kim may be nuts, but he sees this as his big chance, what he has been waiting for...he thinks his nukes now earn him a seat at the 'adults' table'....

Trump said if North Korea threatens the US again, he would unleash fire and fury.

After that Kim threatened to attack Guam.

Trump did nothing.

Kim is blowing through Trumps "red lines" like someone in a stolen car blowing through red lights.

It's understandable why Trump would be hesitant in replying in the only way that will work when the side effects of such a reply are so devastating. But the longer he waits to take out NK, the bigger the damage NK will be able to do to their neighbors.

 

[namvet]

Trump responded to reports of North Korea's nuclear threats on Tuesday, saying the regime "will be met with fire, fury and frankly power, the likes of which the world has never seen before."

does that include 60 trillion chine gooks to???

 

[beagle9]

If a full military exchange breaks out, even if limited to conventional weapons, and S Korea is devastated the Global economy and the stock markets will do this and with unforeseen consequences to ensue ...

. The global economy ? It's all tied together eh ? Sounds like winners and losers to me.

 

[Markle]

I hope every Trump supporter joins the military

I was proud to but it was before you were born into ignorance.

 

[beagle9]

Why is war unthinkable? NK is threatening to hit the US with nukes.

Doesn't North Korea know war is unthinkable?

I hope every Trump supporter joins the military

Most are in or have retired.

 

[Steve_McGarrett]

Update!

Trump wanted to preemptively strike North Korea as far back as 1999.

FLASHBACK: Donald Trump Outlines Strategy Against North Korea In ’99 Interview (VIDEO)

 

[easyt65]

Did I miss Trump being a politician in 1999...?

 

[Markle]

China is the only path to a peaceful solution. China provides 90% of the fuel needed by North Korea, and most of their other imports.

At U.N. Security Council vote to invoke further sanctions, both Russia and China voted for the sanctions. A great sign. President Donald Trump has the experience, wherewithal, and intestinal fortitude to stand up to and negotiate with China.

Short of China, there are few realistic options other than force.

Kim Jung-un will use a nuclear missile. Keep in mind he has killed off much of his own family to assure himself that no one kills him.

 

[Billy000]

Can any RW on here make an argument saying "no Trump wouldn't do something that stupid."?

No you cannot. You all know we are dealing with an impulsive moron so anything could happen.

I guess some cons would be all for it because they blindly support anything this idiot does or says.

Trump - in his usual caveman bluster - lobbed a crazy threat at NK that will literally accomplish nothing to deter Un's actions going forward. He's not afraid of Trump. None of our enemies are. Putin, ISIS, and NK's regime think he is a moron. Why is it so hard for Trumpsters to accept this?

Trump warns North Korea threats 'will be met with fire and fury'

Your question should be is Kim Jong-un crazy enough to launch a nuclear tip missile at the United States, South Korea or Japan.

For decades former presidents have played kick the can with North Korea. Doing anything to get through their administration without war. NOW the can is at the end of the road.

What do you suggest?

Nothing. A nuke capable of reaching the mainland is not the same as a nuke being capable of landing on the mainland.

 

[Markle]

Did I miss Trump being a politician in 1999...?

He doesn't claim to be a politician today much less back in 1999. He was a billionaire, dealing on the World stage.

 

[Markle]

Nothing. A nuke capable of reaching the mainland is not the same as a nuke being capable of landing on the mainland.

Your child like answer perfectly describes why we find us in the situation we find ourselves today. Kick the can down the road. Leave it for someone else to answer. Dear sir, we now find ourselves down the road.

So with its nuclear war head, instead of landing, you envision it just going to hover?

Little wonder so many posters laugh at you.

 

[Billy000]

Nothing. A nuke capable of reaching the mainland is not the same as a nuke being capable of landing on the mainland.

So with its nuclear war head, instead of landing, you envision it just going to hover?

Little wonder so many posters laugh at you.

You're such an idiot. Do you have no concept of our defense capabilities?

 

[sealybobo]

Why is war unthinkable? NK is threatening to hit the US with nukes.

Doesn't North Korea know war is unthinkable?

I hope every Trump supporter joins the military

Most are in or have retired.

Protect us daddy

 

[BasicHumanUnit]

You're such an idiot. Do you have no concept of our defense capabilities?

Do you?
You list yourself as a "Democrat Socialist"
Aren't you people all for dismantling the military in favor of more free welfare for all?

 

[sealybobo]

Nothing. A nuke capable of reaching the mainland is not the same as a nuke being capable of landing on the mainland.

Your child like answer perfectly describes why we find us in the situation we find ourselves today. Kick the can down the road. Leave it for someone else to answer. Dear sir, we now find ourselves down the road.

So with its nuclear war head, instead of landing, you envision it just going to hover?

Little wonder so many posters laugh at you.

Are you trying to convince us or yourselves? You don't need our approval so do it!

 

[sealybobo]

It does not matter that Carter made North Korea's journey to obtain nukes possible.

It does not matter that Clinton's appeasement helped further their progress, allowing them to obtain nukes.

It does not matter now that Obama made it possible for Iran and North Korea to work together, resulting in North Korea acquiring a delivery system capable of striking the US while Iran gets help developing their program faster.

Now that their mess has been dumped in Trump's lap, all that matters is what we do now...

I told you Republicans would blame us.

Perhaps because you voted for Trump North Korea feels now is the time to fuck with us. They wouldn't have fucked with Hillary like this and her response would be different so fact is Trump owns this.

 

[sealybobo]

Republicans said during Obama they'd do things differently with Iran, Syria, Iraq, afganistan, lybia and North Korea. Let's see.

Trump hasn't even faced a crisis yet so anything that happens is on him not Carter Clinton or obama

 

[jon_berzerk]

the neutron bomb makes most sense

gets rid of horrendous tyrants

without bothering the neighbors

--fck em