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pat_k

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2. He is desperate. Offering navy escorts (for which we don't have near the required capacity)...

Reply to Jack Valentino (Reply #1)

Sat Mar 7, 2026, 12:31 AM

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... and 20 billion in reinsurance (when analysts estimate more like 300 billion in commitments would be needed -- a number that is beyond the maximum DFC could commit without congressional approval).

I suspect these transparently inadequate or impossible "offers" will not get things moving.

And he will get very, very, very bent out of shape that they aren't running to kiss his feet for his largesse.

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So much for Trump's "cheaper energy"...... Jack Valentino Friday #1

He is desperate. Offering navy escorts (for which we don't have near the required capacity)... pat_k Saturday #2

fun fact: solar and wind power don't need to travel through Hormuz. Takket Saturday #3