In a recent appearance on the “Balance of Power” program, Donald Trump asserted that the United States has achieved “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz. Highlighting the strategic importance of the waterway, Trump emphasized the role of American influence in securing one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints for global energy supplies. These remarks suggest a continued focus on regional dominance and the stability of international oil markets through a robust U.S. presence, aiming to ensure the uninterrupted flow of trade through the Middle Eastern corridor.
- Donald Trump stated that the U.S. maintains “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz.
- The comments were made during a broadcast dated April 23, 2026.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a vital transit point for approximately 20% of the world’s total oil consumption.
- The assertion reflects a strategic priority on maritime security and the protection of international shipping lanes.
- Trump indicated that U.S. positioning in the region is intended to prevent disruptions to global energy stability.
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Taco Tuesday incoming
Total control? Then why are ships not passing through the Strait, you lying orange piece of Sht?
Trump has been negotiating with himself since the Strait of Hormuz closed. Mon-Wed, he threatens + sets deadlines, then Thurs-Fri he backs off + extend deadline while Iran barely engages. It’s the same loop every week—and somehow MAGA still calls it ‘strong leadership. 👈😆
Trump is insane. It's way past time to remove him. He MUST be taken out before he gets us into a war with China which is where all this is headed. Xi will nuke New York and end it right there.
Another Liar…who is he negotiating with…Nobody
Sure we do,in your dementia infected mind trump.
Did the US elect a clown.
Close it and they come to you!
"It's a big, beautiful, tremendous straightening out a strait that's never seen before!" – Rumpo Tzu
>>> Trump will need somebody to be his scapegoat to exit his war, Europe and NATO look likely. He will say that the US is NOT going to fight and spend US tax dollars guaranteeing lazy European access to the Arab oil. Yes you lazy Europeans, the US is pulling out and Europe can deal with getting access to their oil supply as best they can. The US does not need the Arab oil! Good luck you lazy Europeans, we are out of here! 😉
What did Iran say
Sir mr trupm has ruioned integrity of Usa
A totally embarrassing Trump disaster as expected. He falls asleep and Republicans all go along with all this and do nothing except waste time and the countries recources.
LIES
stop reporting lies
Never ever this has been NEVER METIO ED LIKE THIS BEFOE EVER TALKED R TOLD ??????
IS IT ONLY JUST IRAQ HAD MASS DESTRUCTION .SYRIA AND LIBIA TRUM STARTED JUST W SAME IDEA VANZVANLA .
PLEASE Y MUST KNOW COMMON PERSON KNOWS THE TRUTH .
Republicans will definitely lose the next election.
This ruling people are not honest themselves , they are having insight for leadership . A group who wants to be Persians which is oldest civilization. But they have Islam which is different than soudi or any other Islam.the Iranian Islam is too small while compare to other
Y wi n NOTHING NONE OF COUNTRIES .
Just a Carney, that's why he likes fake wrestling. He banks on bluffs, fake and it's working for him. Shame….
Iran might be shouting death to America while America is actively doing it brother world. So stop insulting our intelligence you puppet.
..yeah.. and he's got total control of his bowels, too …
Hahaha
It would have been more cost-effective to have exhausted diplomacy before attacking Iran. Especially considering the damage to US assets like bases and equipment not even considering the unacceptable loss of life so far. Destroying the global economy in the process. War crimes being committed from all sides 😮
The statement we have full control is a lie. If they had full control, then ship would be moving in and out.
Right now, the US military would be better led by the Three Musketeer's than Hegseth.
THE AMERICAN COLONIZER CLASS KISSL 1000 PEOPLE AND THEN WONDERS WHY THEY HAVE PROBLEMS!!
I personally would have offered Iran market price for their enriched uranium and a stepped reduction in sanctions in exchange for agreements to limit enrichment. I would have also offered 🫴 a guarantee of a non aggression pact, in exchange for missile limits on numbers and range in exchange for Israel 🇮🇱 committing to nuclear inspections and regulation.
Great show
Our politicians are so disgusting, and look at Bill Hagerty-he’s such a bootlicker.
Who are the terrorists that we were talking about is the Iranians or Trump?
You guys didn't clarify that.
Mr. Bolton, you have just confessed the bunch bulgar criminals we have leading our country! Shame on you!!!
Mr Bolton, why don’t we stay out of Iran’s business? And stay within our borders? How would you feel if someone stronger than you takes you wealth and still wants to get rid of you? That’s what we’re doing to the world!